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MultiMC vs Thendrask 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
MultiMC offers instance separation, modpack imports, and Java controls across the listed desktop platforms. Linux users should check Qt5 and package requirements, and support through Discord may not be prompt.
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Free plan LinuxMacWindows
Thendrask Launcher combines modpack catalogues and imports with instance management, automatic Java handling and rollback support. Windows is available now; macOS and Linux are listed as public beta. Optional support tiers are $3 monthly and $50 lifetime.
Visit Thendrask LauncherThe facts
| MultiMC | Thendrask Launcher | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Linux, Mac, Windows | Linux, Mac, Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | See the plans | End Crystal: $3 a month |
| Plans published | 1 | 3 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | multimc.org | thendrask.org |
| On minecraft launchers | #14 of 76 | #10 of 76 |
MultiMC: what it does well
- Keeps mods, resource packs, and saves separate by instance.
- Imports modpacks from several listed sources.
- Color-coded logs include diagnostic information.
- Available for Windows, macOS, and Linux.
What to know first
- Linux requires Qt5 and may need distribution-specific packages.
- The team says it is often busy.
- macOS support requires version 10.13 or newer.
Thendrask Launcher: what it does well
- Free, open-source use under the MIT license
- Separate instances and multiple mod loaders
- Automatically manages Java runtimes by release
- Failed pack updates roll back automatically
- Supports portable backups and diagnostic bundles
What to know first
- macOS and Linux are in public beta
- Only Modrinth and approved CurseForge are public providers
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