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GameHub vs PlayOnMac

Side-by-side comparison for macOS

GameHub

6.0
Games

Compatibility layer for running Windows and Steam games

PlayOnMac

7.0
Utilities

Allows installation and use of software designed for Windows

Metric GameHub PlayOnMac
Category Games Utilities
AI Score 6.0 7.0
30-day Installs 231 7
90-day Installs 348 143
365-day Installs 348 1.5K
Version 0.8.508 4.4.4
Auto-updates No No
Deprecated No No
GitHub Stars 2.8K
GitHub Forks 205
Open Issues 272
License GPL-3.0
Language Vala
Last GitHub Commit 1y ago
First Seen Jul 25, 2026 Feb 26, 2014

Reviews

GameHub

GameHub is a compatibility layer designed to run Windows and Steam games on macOS and Linux. It offers a unified library for managing games across platforms, benefiting gamers who want to play Windows titles without switching devices.

GameHub enables running Windows and Steam games on macOS and Linux systems.

Pros

  • + Provides a unified library for game management across platforms
  • + Supports cross-platform gaming on macOS and Linux
  • + Open-source with a GPL-3.0 license

Cons

  • - No auto-update feature
  • - Limited community engagement and discussion

PlayOnMac

PlayOnMac enables Mac users to install and run Windows software seamlessly. Its user-friendly interface and cross-platform capabilities make it ideal for those needing Windows applications on macOS.

Enables the installation and execution of Windows software on macOS.

Pros

  • + User-friendly interface for ease of use
  • + Cross-platform compatibility for running Windows apps
  • + Open-source, allowing customization and transparency

Cons

  • - Lack of auto-update feature requiring manual checks
  • - Performance variability depending on Windows applications