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Avidemux vs Virtual Jaguar
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 AndroidAPIiPhone+5
Virtual Jaguar libretro covers Jaguar cartridges and Jaguar CD, with embedded BIOS images and RetroArch features. Its documented emulation limitations may matter for users who need accurate timing.
Visit Virtual JaguarThe facts
| Avidemux | Virtual Jaguar | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Yes | Yes |
| Runs on | Linux, Mac, Web, Windows | Android, API, iPhone, Linux, Mac, Self-hosted, Web, Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | Free or on request | Free or on request |
| Plans published | 2 | 3 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | avidemux.sourceforge.net | github.com |
| Best place | #1 on text-to-speech software | #2 on atari emulators |
Avidemux: what it does well
Virtual Jaguar: what it does well
- No external BIOS files are required.
- Supports cartridge and Jaguar CD image formats.
- Frontend features include save states and cheats.
- Optional 2× internal resolution is available.
- Release binaries include SHA-256 checksums.
What to know first
- Requires a libretro frontend such as RetroArch.
- Blitter emulation is not fully cycle-accurate.
- Some titles may run too fast.