CrossOver
7.4#1 in windows compatibility layersFrom $74 a yearFree planLinuxmacOS
VisitCrossOver vs VKD3D
What both publish
| Fact | CrossOver | VKD3D |
|---|---|---|
| Purpose | CrossOver translates Windows application commands so many Windows programs can run on Mac and Linux without a Windows emulator or Windows OS license. | VKD3D is a set of libraries and tools intended to help port Direct3D applications to other platforms. |
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
VKD3D 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 VKD3D if…
VKD3D is intended for developers porting Direct3D applications across platforms. It suits projects that can provide their own DXGI interfaces or use a separate windowing library.