CrossOver
7.4#1 in windows compatibility layersFrom $74 a yearFree planLinuxmacOS
VisitCrossOver vs FEX-Emu
What both publish
| Fact | CrossOver | FEX-Emu |
|---|---|---|
| Purpose | CrossOver translates Windows application commands so many Windows programs can run on Mac and Linux without a Windows emulator or Windows OS license. | FEX runs x86 applications on ARM64 Linux devices and supports both 32-bit and 64-bit binaries. |
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
FEX-Emu 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 FEX-Emu if…
FEX-Emu suits Linux users running x86 software on ARM64 hardware, including those using Wine or Proton for Windows games. It is relevant to users comfortable providing an x86-64 root filesystem and meeting its hardware requirements.