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GDLauncher vs Prism 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
GDLauncher combines instance management, modpack setup, and server tools in a free launcher. Consider the account requirement and email-sharing policy before choosing it.
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Free plan LinuxMacWindows
Prism Launcher brings instance management, modpack installation, and Java tools together in a free desktop launcher. Check the macOS version requirement if using an Apple computer.
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| GDLauncher | Prism 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 | GDLauncher | Not published |
| Website | gdlauncher.com | prismlauncher.org |
| On minecraft launchers | #8 of 76 | #4 of 76 |
GDLauncher: what it does well
- Free to use, with no premium tier or overlay.
- One-click installs for CurseForge and Modrinth modpacks.
- Supports Forge, Fabric, NeoForge, and Quilt.
- Can share instance setups by code.
What to know first
- Requires a valid, fully paid Minecraft Java Edition account.
- Other-launcher import and export is marked work in progress.
- Hashed account email is shared for personalized advertising.
Prism Launcher: what it does well
- Manage multiple instances with separate settings.
- Installs modpacks from five listed sources.
- Supports Forge, Fabric, Quilt, and LiteLoader.
- Free and open-source under GPL-3.
- Available for Windows, macOS, and Linux.
What to know first
- macOS requires Monterey or later.
- Older macOS versions are unsupported.
- The project is not affiliated with Mojang or Microsoft.
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