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Boosteroid vs Ploud
Both stand on cloud gaming services. 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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Boosteroid combines broad device support with remote streaming, 4K resolution, and unlimited session time. There is no free tier, and its listed Ultimate price is tied to a 12-month subscription.
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Ploud combines a dedicated PS5, retained storage and access to games you own, with browser and TV connection options. Its launch has not begun, and it does not provide games, so both availability and your own library matter.
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| Boosteroid | Ploud | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | No | A free trial |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Android, iPhone, Linux, Mac, Windows | Android, Linux, Mac, Web, Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | See the plans | See the plans |
| Plans published | 5 | 4 |
| Maker | Boosteroid | Not published |
| Website | boosteroid.com | ploud.cloud |
| On cloud gaming services | #26 of 40 | #22 of 40 |
Boosteroid: what it does well
- Streams games at up to 4K with ray tracing.
- Gaming sessions have no time limits.
- Supports desktop, mobile, browser, and smart TV devices.
- Users can switch devices and continue playing.
- No ads or lock-in contract are listed.
What to know first
- No free tier is listed.
- Ultimate requires a 12-month subscription.
- Mobile app and browser access vary by platform.
Ploud: what it does well
- Assigned physical console remains the same between sessions
- 200 GB of storage retained between sessions
- Supports 1080p, 60 fps and HDR10
- Browser access on supported Mac and Windows versions
- 30-minute free trial listed
What to know first
- Service has not opened yet
- You must bring your own games
- Requires 25 Mbit/s download speed
- No free plan
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