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PocketCurator vs ROMSorter
Both stand on rom management software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan Linux
PocketCurator focuses on selecting, transferring, and deleting handheld ROMs with storage safeguards. Compatibility depends on the handheld’s PortMaster support, libraries, and firmware.
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ROMSorter offers a broad set of file-management functions for ROM collections, including catalogs, DAT support, and archive conversion. Note that the current ROMSorter release is Win-x64 only; other platforms have the Librarian command-line companion.
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| PocketCurator | ROMSorter | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Linux | Linux, Mac, Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | Not published | Free or on request |
| Plans published | None | 1 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | github.com | github.com |
| On rom management software | #23 of 39 | #19 of 39 |
PocketCurator: what it does well
- Reviews games with screenshots and descriptive metadata
- Fetches ROMs and media from WebDAV servers
- Detects duplicates before copying
- Checks transfer size and available card space
- Works offline after installation
What to know first
- Requires PortMaster support and aarch64 libraries
- WebDAV transfers require Wi-Fi
- Initial installation requires placing files on the SD card
- WebDAV folders need gamelist.xml for related media
ROMSorter: what it does well
- Identifies duplicates and sorts them into subfolders
- Catalogs file names and hashes
- Converts BIN/CUE or ISO files to CHD
- Supports M3U generation and batch patching
- Free and MIT licensed
What to know first
- Current ROMSorter release is Win-x64 only
- Both apps require .NET 6
- Linux and Mac CHD commands need MAME chdman
- Software is provided without warranty
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