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Maximum Settings vs Pleio
Both stand on cloud gaming services. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
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Choose Maximum Settings if you want a cloud gaming PC you can customize and use with your own games, with dedicated resources while logged in. Look elsewhere if you need a free plan or cannot meet the trial's location and signup requirements.
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Pleio combines a monthly catalog with cloud streaming across several device types. Its eligibility requirements and one-device limit matter when deciding whether the service fits your setup.
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| Maximum Settings | Pleio | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | A free trial | A free trial |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Android, iPhone, Linux, Mac, Web, Windows | Android, iPhone, Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | See the plans | Pleio: €9.99 a month |
| Plans published | 8 | 1 |
| Maker | Maximum Settings | Pleio |
| Website | maximumsettings.com | pleio.games |
| On cloud gaming services | #21 of 40 | #25 of 40 |
Maximum Settings: what it does well
- Install and personalize games and software on the cloud PC.
- Use games you own or buy from several listed game stores.
- Advertises up to 4K resolution and 120 FPS on compatible screens.
- Ray tracing is supported.
- Files are saved after logout.
What to know first
- There is no free plan.
- Trial accounts are limited to the United States and Canada.
- Trial signup requires a physical address and valid phone number.
- A stable internet connection is essential; 10 Mbps download is recommended.
Pleio: what it does well
- Over 200 games with new titles added monthly
- No downloads, installations, updates, ads, or in-game purchases
- Supports phones, tablets, Windows PCs, TVs, and Bbox devices
- Local multiplayer supports up to four players
- 30-day trial included with the paid plan
What to know first
- Requires an eligible Bouygues Telecom, B&You, or Bbox account
- Only one device can be connected at a time
- Cannot stream games owned on services such as Steam
- Internet speed of at least 4 Mbps is recommended
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