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ALLauncher vs Cosmic Client
Both stand on minecraft launchers. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Paid Linux
ALLauncher provides a focused Linux launcher for organizing Minecraft Java installations and mod sources without a license fee. Its development status, Java requirement and missing icons are important considerations.
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Free plan Windows
Cosmic Client combines a free Cosmic Games server client with configurable HUD, chat, minimap, blueprint, waypoint, and account features. Its use depends on having a Minecraft.net account and playing on supported Cosmic servers.
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| ALLauncher | Cosmic Client | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Not published | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Linux | Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | Not published | Not published |
| Plans published | None | None |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | github.com | cosmicclient.com |
| On minecraft launchers | #76 of 76 | #72 of 76 |
ALLauncher: what it does well
- Free and GPL-3.0 open source
- Manages separate Minecraft instances
- Modrinth and CurseForge integrations
- Sandboxed settings for compatibility
- Offline-oriented customization
What to know first
- Linux platform only
- Requires Java 21 or later
- Some icons are missing
- Version 1.0 remains in development
Cosmic Client: what it does well
- Free plan for Windows players
- Customizable HUD displays many game details
- Multiple accounts switch without restarting
- Minimap includes zoom and faction overlays
- Waypoints can show named beacons
What to know first
- Requires a Minecraft.net account
- Blueprint printer needs server permission
- Windows is the listed platform
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