Backdrops vs Linux Wallpaper Engine
Backdrops
backdrops.ccLinux Wallpaper Engine
github.comSide by side
| Figure | Backdrops | Linux Wallpaper Engine |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | Free | Free |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Free trial | — | — |
| Open source | — | — |
| Web | Yes | — |
| macOS | Yes | — |
| Linux | — | Yes |
| iOS | Yes | — |
| Android | Yes | — |
| Plans published | 11 | 1 |
| Spec score · Desktop Wallpaper Software | 9.4 (#1) | 7.4 (#21) |
| Purpose | Backdrops is a wallpaper app featuring curated collections and regularly added wallpapers. | An open-source implementation that runs animated Wallpaper Engine backgrounds on Linux desktops. |
Plans
Backdrops
- FreeFree
- Acid Pop Collection$1.99, paid once
- Animal Riot Collection$2.99, paid once
- Dunes Day Collection$2.99, paid once
- Lost in the Void Collection$2.99, paid once
- Optic Odysseys Collection$2.99, paid once
- Shades of Saturn Collection$2.99, paid once
- Synth Wavez Collection$2.99, paid once
- Backdrops Pro$4.99, paid once
- Backdrops Pro + Big Tip$6.99, paid once
In their own words
Backdrops
Backdrops is a wallpaper app with curated collections and new wallpapers added regularly. Its team creates original designs for Android devices, including exclusive artwork available in the app. Users can submit wallpapers, artwork, or photos for review and possible placement in the Community section. Wall of the Day highlights a newly created design or a selected favorite. Google sign-in can sync favorites across devices, and favorites can be paired with Muzei to rotate on a chosen schedule. The app is available for Android, iOS, and macOS. The free plan costs nothing and includes ads, with in-app purchases available. Backdrops Pro costs $4.99, paid once and removes ads, permits saving Explore wallpapers, and includes a Pro Pack of exclusive backgrounds and future Pro features. The terms say purchases are non-refundable and limit sharing Backdrops-owned Explore wallpapers outside the app; saved copies are for personal use. The Google Play listing warns that regular use may consume substantial data and that carrier or internet charges may apply.
Linux Wallpaper Engine
Linux Wallpaper Engine has no write-up on Specifiction yet; its figures are above.