CrossOver
7.4#1 in windows compatibility layersFrom $74 a yearFree planLinuxmacOS
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umu-launcher
6.2#7 in game compatibility layersFree planFree planLinux
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| Fact | CrossOver | umu-launcher |
|---|---|---|
| Purpose | CrossOver translates Windows application commands so many Windows programs can run on Mac and Linux without a Windows emulator or Windows OS license. | umu is a unified launcher for running Windows games on Linux through Proton outside the Steam client. |
| 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. | The project asks users to report game failures with UMU_LOG=1 logs and directs unsupported compatibility-tool issues to those tools’ maintainers. |
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
umu-launcher plans
- umu-launcherFree
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 umu-launcher if…
It suits Linux users who want to run Windows games through Proton independently of Steam, including through supported launcher clients. It may also suit users who need configurable Proton versions, game fixes, or WINE prefixes.