Linux Mod Manager vs Zephyr
Linux Mod Manager
github.comZephyr
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| Figure | Linux Mod Manager | Zephyr |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | Free | Free |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Free trial | — | — |
| Open source | — | — |
| Windows | — | Yes |
| macOS | — | Yes |
| Linux | Yes | Yes |
| Plans published | 1 | 1 |
| Spec score · Mod managers | 8.3 (#21) | 8.7 (#6) |
| Spec score · Game Mod Managers | 8.2 (#27) | 8.7 (#6) |
| Automatic updates | Yes | Yes |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| License | The repository identifies the software as MIT licensed. | Zephyr is open source and distributed under the GPL-3.0 license. |
| Mod profiles | Yes | Yes |
| Mod source access | built-in | built-in |
| Mod sources | Built-in mod sources include NexusMods and CurseForge, and users can define directory, manifest, or REST API sources. | Zephyr combines mods from Thunderstore and CurseForge in one browse list for supported games. |
| Profiles | Users can manage multiple mod configurations per game and export or import profiles. | Users can switch between mod profiles and share a setup with a friend using a code. |
| Purpose | Linux Mod Manager is a terminal-based tool for searching, installing, updating, and managing game mods. | Zephyr is a desktop mod manager for browsing, installing, and switching game mod profiles. |
| Supported platforms | linux | multi-platform |
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In their own words
Linux Mod Manager
Linux Mod Manager has no write-up on Specifiction yet; its figures are above.
Zephyr
Zephyr is a free desktop mod manager for browsing and installing mods, then switching between game mod profiles. It supports about 200 games out of the box and combines Thunderstore and CurseForge browsing in one search. Mods are deployed by copying them, and users can share a profile code or link so friends can reproduce a setup. Optional cloud sync requires signing in with Discord and enabling the feature. Zephyr also includes an Archipelago multiworld randomizer with Python bundled, a BepInEx configuration editor, and gamepad navigation throughout the interface. Customization includes seven themes, custom fonts and colors, and seven language options. The app is available for Windows, macOS, and Linux, and is distributed under the GPL-3.0 license. The maker says that without sign-in, personal data stays on the device and mod metadata requests are anonymous. With cloud sync enabled, profile archives and metadata are stored with the maker's hosting provider in France. The Windows build is not code-signed and the macOS build is not notarized.