CrossOver
7.4#1 in windows compatibility layersFrom $74 a yearFree planLinuxmacOS
VisitCrossOver vs TDF
What both publish
| Fact | CrossOver | TDF |
|---|---|---|
| Founded | 1996 | 2021 |
| Purpose | CrossOver translates Windows application commands so many Windows programs can run on Mac and Linux without a Windows emulator or Windows OS license. | TDF helps users install, package, and safely run Windows games on GNU/Linux. |
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
TDF plans
- TDFFree
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 TDF if…
TDF is aimed at advanced Linux users who want more sandboxing than Lutris or Bottles while running games from outside Steam. It requires compatible x86_64 hardware and a Vulkan 1.3-or-newer GPU.