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DOS Wasm X vs DOSBox PSP
Both stand on ms-dos emulators. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan Self-hostedWeb
DOS Wasm X combines browser-based DOS emulation with several storage sizes, input options, and file formats. Keep in mind the Windows installation requirement and shut down Windows in the emulator before leaving.
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DOSBox PSP brings DOSBox to the PlayStation Portable, with support for several disk and input formats. Expect to configure settings yourself, and note the command-line startup and model-dependent memory limits.
Visit DOSBox PSPThe facts
| DOS Wasm X | DOSBox PSP | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Self-hosted, Web | Not published |
| Lowest paid plan | Free or on request | Free or on request |
| Plans published | 1 | 2 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | neilb.net | github.com |
| On ms-dos emulators | #14 of 26 | #10 of 26 |
DOS Wasm X: what it does well
- Free browser-based emulator using WebAssembly.
- Hard drive can be saved in the browser or exported.
- Supports ISO, ZIP, BIN, CUE, IMG, and 7z.
- Offers gamepad support and mobile mode.
- Can be hosted on a web server or run in a container.
What to know first
- Windows installation requires your own Windows copy and ISO.
- The browser hard drive has size options up to 2 GB.
- Shutting down Windows before leaving is advised to save changes.
DOSBox PSP: what it does well
- Free and open source under GPL-2.0
- Supports gamepads and CUE/BIN disk images
- Supports audio CDs and Neo Geo CD
- Wiki covers configuration and input mapping
What to know first
- PSP 1000 memory is around 12 MB
- Initial pre-release build has no file manager
- CPU tuning may require trial and error
- Dynamic core may reduce stability
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