Side by side
Hg.SaveHistory vs OpenSave
Both stand on game save 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
Hg.SaveHistory offers snapshot management and backup options for supported Windows games and files. Its current engine limitations and screenshot caveat are worth checking if those functions matter to your setup.
Visit Hg.SaveHistory Free plan LinuxMacWindows
Choose OpenSave if you want free backup software that synchronizes copies and keeps earlier versions across Linux, macOS and Windows. Consider another option if you require automatic restoration rather than a manual restore action.
Visit OpenSaveThe facts
| Hg.SaveHistory | OpenSave | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Windows | Linux, Mac, Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | Not published | Not published |
| Plans published | None | None |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | github.com | opensave.org |
| On game save managers | #20 of 27 | #24 of 27 |
Hg.SaveHistory: what it does well
- Manual backup and restore are available
- Snapshots support ZIP archiving and notes
- Automatic cleanup and event notifications
- Free, with an MIT license
What to know first
- Windows only
- Third-party engines are not yet available
- Vulkan screenshots may fail for two listed games
OpenSave: what it does well
- Free plan available
- Automatic backup
- Cloud synchronization
- Version history
- Supports Linux, macOS and Windows
What to know first
- Restore process is manual
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