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Avidemux vs Frodo
Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan Open source LinuxMacWeb+1
Visit Avidemux Free plan Open source AndroidLinuxMac+2
Frodo offers a free way to run C64 software, with a cycle-exact mode and a lighter, less compatible alternative. Check snapshot compatibility before moving from an earlier version.
Visit FrodoThe facts
| Avidemux | Frodo | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Yes | Yes |
| Runs on | Linux, Mac, Web, Windows | Android, Linux, Mac, Self-hosted, Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | Free or on request | Free or on request |
| Plans published | 2 | 1 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | avidemux.sourceforge.net | frodo.cebix.net |
| Best place | #1 on text-to-speech software | #2 on commodore 64 emulators |
Avidemux: what it does well
Frodo: what it does well
- Free portable C64 emulator.
- Cycle-exact regular mode is available.
- Supports disk, tape, and many game cartridges.
- Can map controller buttons to C64 keys.
- V4.5 supports command-line auto-start for images and programs.
What to know first
- Frodo Lite is less compatible.
- Datasette TAP emulation is unavailable in Frodo Lite.
- V4.5 cannot read snapshots from earlier versions.
- Some contributed historic ports are untested by the maker.