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Alchemy RPG vs D&D Beyond Maps
Both stand on virtual tabletop software. 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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Alchemy RPG pairs scene-based presentation tools with a broad free feature set. Check its desktop requirements and the limits of its mobile and tablet experience before choosing it.
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D&D Beyond Maps brings shared map play, encounter tracking, and table tools together in a browser-based VTT. Its beta status and mobile interface limitations are worth considering before choosing it.
Visit D&D Beyond MapsThe facts
| Alchemy RPG | D&D Beyond Maps | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | No |
| Runs on | Android, iPhone, Linux, Mac, Web, Windows | Android, iPhone, Web |
| Lowest paid plan | Free or on request | Hero Tier: $2.17 a month |
| Plans published | 2 | 3 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | alchemyrpg.com | dndbeyond.com |
| On virtual tabletop software | #1 of 28 | #5 of 28 |
Alchemy RPG: what it does well
- Free plan includes unlimited games and characters
- Includes voice and video chat
- Every game system and a homebrew builder included
- Desktop apps available for Windows, macOS, and Linux
What to know first
- Tablet and mobile web experiences are not yet optimized
- A stable internet connection is required
- D&D Beyond import is for Alchemy Unlimited subscribers
D&D Beyond Maps: what it does well
- Free plan includes up to 6 character slots
- Library maps and monster tokens can be used
- Combat encounters and initiative tracking are built in
- Shared Game Log shows table dice rolls
What to know first
- Maps is labeled Beta
- Some phone and tablet menus may display incorrectly
- Mobile app cannot start subscription trials
- Books must be purchased separately
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