DOSBox Staging
7.2#3 in ms-dos emulatorsFree planFree planAPILinuxmacOSSelf-hosted
VisitDOSBox Staging vs DosKit
What both publish
| Fact | DOSBox Staging | DosKit |
|---|---|---|
| Audio | Emulated sound options include Roland MT-32 and SC-55, FluidSynth MIDI, OPL, Gravis UltraSound, and PC speaker audio. | The emulator provides Sound Blaster and AdLib emulation with audio output. |
| License | DOSBox Staging is licensed under GNU GPL version 2 or later. | The project is licensed under the MIT License; js-dos and DOSBox are listed under GPL-2.0 licenses. |
| Purpose | Runs MS-DOS and Windows 3.1 software on modern Windows, macOS, and Linux computers, with MS-DOS emulation built in. | DosKit is a cross-platform foundation for running DOS applications using js-dos WebAssembly technology. |
DOSBox Staging plans
- DOSBox StagingFree
DosKit plans
- FreeFree
Pick DOSBox Staging if…
DOSBox Staging suits people seeking to run DOS or Windows 3.1-era software on Windows, macOS or Linux. It is intended for personal, low-stakes use rather than guaranteed compatibility.
Pick DosKit if…
DosKit suits people who want to run DOS applications in a browser or install a DOS-focused PWA on desktop or mobile. Its offline operation may help users who need access after the first visit.