Hercules vs QEMU
| Hercules | QEMU | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Free trial | No | No |
| Paid from | Free | Free |
| Open source | No | No |
| Platforms | Linux, macOS, Windows | Linux, macOS, Windows |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Supported targets | System/370, ESA/390, z/Architecture | — |
| Host operating systems | Linux, Windows, Solaris, FreeBSD, Mac OS X | — |
| Snapshots and restore | Yes | — |
| Debugging tools | Yes | — |
| Network simulation | Yes | — |
| Automation access | Yes | — |
Both are listed in Best Emulator Software. On The Geeks Club, Hercules scores higher on our published basis.