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CrossOver

brew install --cask crossover v26.2.0

Run Windows applications natively on macOS without a Windows license or virtual machine.

Why you might care

CrossOver uses Wine/Proton technology to execute Windows software directly on macOS, avoiding the cost and overhead of Windows licensing or full virtualization. Best for users who need occasional Windows app access and want better performance than VM-based solutions. Commercial product with dedicated support.

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Alternatives

Parallels Desktop VMware Fusion Wine UTM
1.2k
30-day installs · #272
3.0k
90-day · #297
9.7k
365-day · #314

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