Buildbox vs Defold
| Buildbox | Defold | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | No | Yes |
| Free trial | No | No |
| Paid from | — | Free |
| Open source | No | No |
| Platforms | Android, iOS, macOS, Windows | Android, extension, iOS, Linux, macOS, Web, Windows |
| Free plan | No | Yes |
| Source code model | closed_source | source_available |
| Visual scripting | Yes | No |
| Mobile export | Yes | Yes |
| Target platforms | Android, Windows, iOS, Mac, Steam, Apple TV | Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android, HTML5, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch |
| Scripting languages | JavaScript | Lua, Teal, C, C++, C#, Objective-C, Java, JavaScript |
| Multiplayer tools | — | Yes |
| Console export | — | Yes |
Both are listed in Best Game Engine Software, Best Game Development Software. On The Geeks Club, Defold scores higher on our published basis.