86Box vs MAME
| 86Box | MAME | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | No | Yes |
| Free trial | No | No |
| Paid from | — | Free |
| Open source | No | No |
| Platforms | Windows, macOS, Linux | Android, Linux, macOS, Windows |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Netplay | Yes | Yes |
| BIOS required | Yes | Yes |
| Shader/upscaling | Yes | Yes |
| License | open-source | open-source |
| Android support | — | Yes |
| Arcade support | — | Yes |
Both are listed in Best Multi-System Emulators, Best Emulator Software. On The Geeks Club, MAME scores higher on our published basis.