CrossOver
7.4#1 in windows compatibility layersFrom $74 a yearFree planLinuxmacOS
VisitCrossOver vs WIE
What both publish
| Fact | CrossOver | WIE |
|---|---|---|
| Purpose | CrossOver translates Windows application commands so many Windows programs can run on Mac and Linux without a Windows emulator or Windows OS license. | WIE runs Windows PE64 user-mode binaries on macOS Apple Silicon without Windows, Wine, or a virtual machine. |
| 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 repository links contributors to CONTRIBUTING.md and names ./scripts/check.sh as the pre-PR gate. |
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
WIE 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 WIE if…
WIE suits Apple Silicon Mac users who need to run selected Windows PE64 programs without Windows, Wine, or virtualization. It is aimed at experimental use where limited compatibility is acceptable.