CrossOver
7.4#1 in windows compatibility layersFrom $74 a yearFree planLinuxmacOS
VisitCrossOver vs Decanter
What both publish
| Fact | CrossOver | Decanter |
|---|---|---|
| Compatibility limits | The maker says CrossOver is not complete, so some Windows applications may have reduced functionality or may not run at all. | The maker says games with kernel-level anti-cheat do not work, and Unity 6 requires Metal graphics (DXMT) and a compatible Wine build. |
| Purpose | CrossOver translates Windows application commands so many Windows programs can run on Mac and Linux without a Windows emulator or Windows OS license. | Decanter runs Windows games on Apple Silicon Macs by choosing a Windows environment and graphics translation for each game. |
| Support | The 12-month plan includes email and phone support for 12 months, while the lifetime plan includes unlimited email and phone support for life. | Users can create a diagnostic report from a game's page and open a prefilled GitHub issue; they may redact the game name. |
CrossOver plans
- CrossOver FreeFree
- CrossOver Free (14 Day Trial)Free
- CrossOver +$74 a year
- CrossOver + (12 Months Support)$74 a year
- CrossOver Life$494, paid once
- CrossOver Life (Lifetime Support)$494, paid once
Decanter plans
No prices published.
Pick CrossOver if…
It may suit Mac or Linux users who want to run supported Windows applications, including productivity software, utilities, or games. Readers should check compatibility reports and platform requirements before choosing it.
Pick Decanter if…
Decanter suits Apple Silicon Mac users who want to manage separate Wine environments for Windows games. It may also fit players who need per-game save protection, mod diagnostics, or portable game setups.