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Modrinth 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 Open source APILinuxMac+2
Modrinth combines project discovery, a desktop launcher, creator tools and hosting for Minecraft: Java Edition. Keep the app's public beta status and possible Linux issues in mind.
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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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| Modrinth | Prism Launcher | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Yes | Not published |
| Runs on | API, Linux, Mac, Web, Windows | Linux, Mac, Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | Modrinth+: $4.99 a month | Free or on request |
| Plans published | 7 | 1 |
| Maker | Modrinth | Not published |
| Website | modrinth.com | prismlauncher.org |
| On minecraft launchers | #1 of 76 | #4 of 76 |
Modrinth: what it does well
- Hosts mods, plugins, data packs and modpacks.
- Search and filters help find projects.
- App installs, removes and updates mods.
- Open API supports launcher integrations.
- Creators can view page-view, download and revenue reports.
What to know first
- The desktop app is currently in public beta.
- Linux app versions may have issues on some systems.
- Hosting support depends on version support.
- Modrinth+ costs $4.99 a month.
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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