DOSBox Staging
7.2#3 in ms-dos emulatorsFree planFree planAPILinuxmacOSSelf-hosted
VisitDOSBox Staging vs js-dos
What both publish
| Fact | DOSBox Staging | js-dos |
|---|---|---|
| Graphics | Features include zero-configuration CRT emulation, aspect-ratio-correct output, accurate VGA emulation, custom shaders, and 3dfx Voodoo emulation. | The site describes WebGL-backed accelerated 3Dfx rendering as a unique capability. |
| Networking | A virtual Novell NE2000 card supplies TCP/IP networking through DHCP, with configurable TCP and UDP port forwarding. | Its browser IPX networking uses WebRTC-NET and supports IPX server creation, peer and alias connections, and shared network instances. |
| Purpose | Runs MS-DOS and Windows 3.1 software on modern Windows, macOS, and Linux computers, with MS-DOS emulation built in. | js-dos provides a JavaScript API and player to run DOS and Windows 9x programs in a browser or Node. |
DOSBox Staging plans
- DOSBox StagingFree
js-dos plans
- js-dosFree
- Cloud saves subscriptionPriced on request
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 js-dos if…
js-dos suits people who want to run DOS or Windows 9x programs in a browser or Node, and developers adding a player to a webpage. It also offers self-hosting options for Linux users.