Console Launcher vs ES-DE Frontend
Console Launcher
consolelauncher.app
ES-DE Frontend
es-de.orgSide by side
| Figure | Console Launcher | ES-DE Frontend |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | Free | Free |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Free trial | — | — |
| Open source | — | Yes |
| Windows | — | Yes |
| macOS | — | Yes |
| Linux | — | Yes |
| Android | Yes | Yes |
| Plans published | 1 | 4 |
| Spec score · Game Library Managers | 7.9 (#11) | 9.2 (#1) |
| Spec score · Game launchers | 7.6 (#34) | 9.3 (#3) |
| Purpose | Console Launcher is an Android home screen designed to create a mobile console-like experience for gamers. | ES-DE browses and launches games from a multi-platform collection and can also run locally installed games and applications. |
| Support | Google Play lists support email [email protected]. | The official installation page directs users to the user guide, FAQs and Discord for support. |
Plans
ES-DE Frontend
- Windows, macOS and LinuxFree
- Windows, macOS and Linux desktopFree
- Android (Samsung Galaxy Store)$6.50, paid once
- AndroidPrice not published
In their own words
Console Launcher
Console Launcher has no write-up on Specifiction yet; its figures are above.
ES-DE Frontend
ES-DE Frontend browses and launches games from a multi-platform collection and can also run locally installed games and applications. It supports more than 150 game systems and comes configured for a large selection of emulators, game engines, game managers, and gaming services. Its built-in scraper downloads game details and media, including images, videos, and manuals. Users can adjust configuration options and themes, and download additional themes through the built-in theme downloader. The interface supports full controller navigation. Windows, macOS, and Linux editions are free to download and use, fully open source, and may be distributed freely. The Android release is a paid, partially closed-source app, and no price is listed. It is available through Patreon, Samsung Galaxy Store, and Huawei AppGallery. The Android FAQ gives 64-bit Android 10 or later as the basic requirement and says one purchase can be used on all of the buyer’s devices without a subscription or additional costs. Support links include a user guide, FAQs, and Discord.