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Hestia vs Mod Assistant
Both stand on game mod managers. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan Windows
Hestia provides organized mod libraries, update handling, and GameBanana browsing in a free Windows application. Confirm that your game and operating system are supported before installing it.
Visit Hestia Free plan Windows
Mod Assistant provides straightforward Beat Saber mod installation and management on Windows. Its catalog depends on BeatMods, so unavailable entries may require manual installation.
Visit Mod AssistantThe facts
| Hestia | Mod Assistant | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Windows | Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | Free or on request | Free or on request |
| Plans published | 1 | 1 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | hestia.hnawc.com | github.com |
| On game mod managers | #46 of 79 | #50 of 79 |
Hestia: what it does well
- Free and open-source under AGPLv3
- Automatic mod updates preserve local changes
- Imports files, folders, archives, or drag-and-drop
- Portable Windows executable available
- Supports four interface languages
What to know first
- Windows is the only officially supported platform
- Supported games are limited to the listed titles
- Linux and macOS behavior is not guaranteed
- GameBanana access depends on its API
Mod Assistant: what it does well
- Built-in BeatMods source
- Resolves mod dependencies
- Detects and uninstalls installed mods
- Supports OneClick™ Install
- Offers themes and localization
What to know first
- Windows only
- Available list depends on BeatMods
- Beat Saber must be launched before modding
- No free trial
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