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CrossOver

crossover · v26.3.0 • auto-updates

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Tool to run Windows software

brew install --cask crossover
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Trust Score 8/10
✓ Open source (GPL-3.0) +3
✗ Active development +0
✓ Licensed +1
✓ Auto-updates +1
✓ Not deprecated +1
✓ Established (>1yr) +1
✓ Popular (>1K installs/mo) +1

Version History

v26.3.0
2mo ago26.2.0→26.3.0
4mo ago26.1.0→26.2.0
6mo ago26.0.0→26.1.0

Review

Mar 10, 2026

CrossOver enables running Windows software on macOS, offering seamless integration and support for major applications. It's ideal for users needing Windows apps without a virtual machine.

Runs Windows software on macOS.

Maturity: The project appears healthy with regular updates and active maintenance.

Community: Most mentions on Hacker News are unrelated, but relevant discussions highlight its release and Android support on ChromeBooks.

Pros

  • + Runs Windows applications natively on macOS.
  • + Seamless integration with macOS ecosystem.
  • + Support for popular Windows applications.

Cons

  • - May require learning to optimize Windows app performance.
  • - Depends on Codeweavers for updates and compatibility.
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ShellLast commit: Oct 16, 2024

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