Hollow Knight Modding API vs SMAPI
| Hollow Knight Modding API | SMAPI | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | No | Yes |
| Free trial | No | No |
| Paid from | — | Free |
| Open source | No | No |
| Platforms | Windows, macOS, Linux | Android, Linux, macOS, Windows |
| Supported games | Hollow Knight | Stardew Valley |
| Supported platforms | Windows, Linux, macOS | Linux, macOS, Windows, Steam Deck, Android |
| Mod loading method | injection | plugin |
| Load-order control | Yes | Yes |
| Free plan | — | Yes |
| Plugin support | — | Yes |
| Mod profiles | — | Yes |
| Dependency handling | — | Yes |
Both are listed in Best Game Mod Loaders. On The Geeks Club, SMAPI scores higher on our published basis.