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CrossOver vs Porting Kit
Side-by-side comparison for macOS
CrossOver
8.0Tool to run Windows software
Porting Kit
6.0Install games and apps compiled for Microsoft Windows
| Metric | CrossOver | Porting Kit |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Utilities | Utilities |
| AI Score | 8.0 | 6.0 |
| 30-day Installs | 902 | 262 |
| 90-day Installs | 2.6K | 706 |
| 365-day Installs | 8.9K | 2.6K |
| Version | 26.1.0 | 6.7.0 |
| Auto-updates | Yes | Yes |
| Deprecated | No | No |
| GitHub Stars | 43 | 12 |
| GitHub Forks | 11 | - |
| Open Issues | 5 | 2 |
| License | GPL-3.0 | — |
| Language | Shell | — |
| Last GitHub Commit | 1y ago | 5mo ago |
| First Seen | Aug 9, 2023 | May 19, 2016 |
Reviews
CrossOver
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.
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.
Porting Kit
Porting Kit allows macOS users to install and run Windows games and applications natively, making it a unique tool for gamers and professionals who need Windows software without dual-booting. It offers a user-friendly experience for running Windows apps on macOS.
Enables the installation and execution of Windows applications and games on macOS systems.
Pros
- + Allows running Windows apps and games natively on macOS without virtualization.
- + User-friendly interface for installing and managing Windows software.
- + Active updates and maintenance.
Cons
- - Niche appeal may limit widespread adoption.
- - Limited community support and discussions.
- - Open issues indicate areas needing improvement.