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44VBA vs NO$GBA
Both stand on game boy advance emulators. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
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44VBA offers browser controls, local file processing, and several platform targets. Note its iOS setup guidance and the legal-use caution before using it.
Visit 44VBA Free plan Windows
Choose NO$GBA for free Game Boy Advance, Nintendo DS, or DSi emulation, or for its developer debugging tools. DSi users should account for the required system files, and the upload function is intended for attached GBAs using an xboo cable.
Visit NO$GBAThe facts
| 44VBA | NO$GBA | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Not published | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | iPhone, Linux, Web, Windows | Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | Not published | Free or on request |
| Plans published | None | 1 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | gba.44670.org | problemkaputt.de |
| On game boy advance emulators | #27 of 29 | #23 of 29 |
44VBA: what it does well
- Web app offers save backup and restore
- Dropbox cloud saves include upload and download
- Files are processed locally
- Includes screen filters, turbo, and cheat controls
- Pre-built binaries available for Windows and Switch
What to know first
- watchOS version is not public yet
- iOS use requires Safari and Home Screen setup
- Cheat code use may require savegame backups
NO$GBA: what it does well
- Freeware with a free plan at no cost.
- Emulates Game Boy Advance, Nintendo DS, and DSi.
- Links up to four GBAs for multiplayer.
- Debugger supports .ELF, DWARF2, and .SYM information.
- Can save or restore the complete hardware state.
What to know first
- DSi emulation requires several system files.
- The gaming and debugging Windows versions are separate downloads.
- The upload function requires an xboo cable connection.