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Starbound Mod Manager vs Thunderstore Mod Manager
Both stand on mod 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
Starbound Mod Manager focuses on profiles, grouped packs, and workshop-content naming for Starbound. Its free Windows release may help separate playthrough setups, but the console interface, limited testing, and reported download issues matter.
Visit Starbound Mod Manager Free plan Windows
Thunderstore Mod Manager combines built-in mod access, updates, configuration editing, and profile sharing for Windows games. The free plan covers core management, while mobile users and anyone avoiding the Overwolf Client should look elsewhere.
Visit Thunderstore Mod ManagerThe facts
| Starbound Mod Manager | Thunderstore Mod Manager | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Windows | Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | Free or on request | Free or on request |
| Plans published | 1 | 3 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | zayus.itch.io | thunderstore.dev |
| On mod managers | #56 of 78 | #52 of 78 |
Starbound Mod Manager: what it does well
- Free Windows software
- Links save files to custom mod profiles
- Enables or disables mod packs in bulk
- Automatically exports and names mod content
- Supports pack renaming in build four
What to know first
- Console-only interface
- Only Windows compatibility has been tested
- Project is still in development
- Some workshop mods may not download correctly
Thunderstore Mod Manager: what it does well
- Built-in access to Thunderstore’s mod source
- Supports profiles and profile export
- Shows outdated mods and updates them
- Configuration editing inside the manager
- Free plan includes core mod management
What to know first
- Windows only
- Desktop download installs Overwolf Client
- Not made for mobile
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