VirtualBox
IT tools
A cross-platform desktop virtualisation app.
Open Source
Available for Windows, macOS, Linux
QEMU
A machine emulator and virtualiser.
Official source: qemu.orgLast verified: awaiting review · How we check softwareDeveloper: QEMU project
What is QEMU?
QEMU runs virtual machines and, with KVM on Linux, does so at near-native speed. It's the engine behind many Linux virtualisation tools.
Supported platforms
Pricing & licence
Open Source Open Source
Open source: the source code is public, so anyone can inspect it, and it's free to use.
Prices change, so check qemu.org for current pricing.
Installation
Windows
Windows · Winget
PS> winget install --id SoftwareFreedomConservancy.QEMU --exact --source wingetLinux
Linux · APT (Ubuntu and Debian-based)
$ sudo apt install qemu-system-x86Package names were checked against each official package registry, and commands install the same software as the official download. Only run commands you understand.
Alternatives to QEMU
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QEMU FAQ
Is QEMU free?
QEMU is open source.
Which platforms does QEMU support?
QEMU is available for Windows, macOS and Linux. It isn't available for Android and iPhone & iPad.
Can I install QEMU with Winget?
Yes. Run "winget install --id SoftwareFreedomConservancy.QEMU --exact --source winget" in PowerShell or Windows Terminal. The package ID was checked against Microsoft's official Winget repository.
Can I install QEMU with Homebrew?
Yes. Run "brew install qemu" in Terminal.
Where can I download QEMU safely?
From the official website, qemu.org. Aptorise links only to official sources and never hosts installers.