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Fjord Launcher vs Portal Launcher
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.
Free plan LinuxMacWindows
Choose Fjord Launcher if you want a free Minecraft launcher with separate instances, modpack tools and support for alternative authentication servers. Look elsewhere if you need to add an offline or authlib-injector account without first adding a Microsoft account.
Visit Fjord Launcher Free plan LinuxMacWindows
Choose Portal Launcher if shared Minecraft modpacks, synchronized updates, and friend-oriented play are priorities. Look elsewhere if you need offline authentication or another sign-in method.
Visit Portal LauncherThe facts
| Fjord Launcher | Portal Launcher | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Linux, Mac, Windows | Linux, Mac, Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | Free or on request | Free or on request |
| Plans published | 1 | 1 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | github.com | github.com |
| On minecraft launchers | #16 of 76 | #20 of 76 |
Fjord Launcher: what it does well
- Supports separate instances and multiple mod loaders.
- Imports modpacks from both listed sources.
- Includes Java runtime management and a modpack catalog.
- Supports automatic updates.
- Offers Windows, macOS and Linux builds.
What to know first
- A Microsoft account must be added before an offline or authlib-injector account.
- No paid plans are stated.
Portal Launcher: what it does well
- Free plan with no paid tiers
- Shared packs sync mods and configurations
- Friends can join through Modrinth App
- Mod browsing includes compatibility filters
- Snapshots allow reverting mod updates
What to know first
- Requires a genuine Minecraft account
- Microsoft sign-in is the only authentication route
- Files from non-Modrinth sources are re-uploaded
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