Top 10 Windows Emulator for Mac You Should Download

By Andrew Martin 2 comments Last updated April 24, 2016

We all love our Macs, even people who don’t have it, crave it! There is a lot about Mac that makes you fall in love with it. The screen, the resolution, the out-of-this-world neat design, the functionalities; list of loveable traits can just go on and on.

Not very often but there comes a time when you try to run an application on Mac only to find out that it is not compatible with it. Sometimes these apps are so important to run that we think about moving onto other operating system. I have had to deal with this situation when trying to build a complicated Excel model on my MS-office for Mac. New keyboard short cuts, Macros with different options that what you are used to on the Windows, it can be a bit daunting….But what about the love? It’s not easy, we know!

In comes the savior

This is where a Windows emulator for Mac comes in handy, allowing us to seamlessly use windows-only apps on Mac. There are in fact many windows emulator for mac easily available, some are good and some are not as good. The best thing about most virtualization and emulation tools is that software like antivirus or firewall on your mac works fine with Windows OS installed.

The difference between virtualization and emulation

There is a thin line between virtualization and emulation. The main difference is that of the Apple system you’re using. Options that support Intel Macs are called virtualization and those that support Power PC Macs are emulations

We have selected the top 10 out of the lot and hope that you will find the one perfectly suited for your needs. So, without any further ado, let’s get down to our list…

Boot Camp

This one is a built in tool for installing Windows on your Mac. It’s an easy process overall, all you need to have is a registered and licensed copy of Windows. First you need to install Boot Camp, for this you need to go to applications > utilities > boot camp. Quit all open programs and follow the on-screen instruction to install boot camp. During the installation, your system will create a separate partition for Windows.

After finishing with the boot camp’s installation, it is now time to install Windows. Insert the CD and just follow the easy setup instructions. Once done, you will now have the option to start your machine with Mac or Windows OS by pressing the “Option” key at startup.

To find out, which version is supported with your boot camp check out this article.

Wine Bottler

If you’re only looking to use and install a particular app that doesn’t work on mac, then Wine Bottler can be your perfect partner. You don’t have to install the whole Windows OS and thus no need to create a partition either.

WinOnX

Another great app that saves you from the hassle of installing Windows OS on mac. WinOnX (or Windows on OS X) is based on Wine and can be installed on OS X 10.6 and later. The application lets users install the most Windows app on Mac but still there are some that have compatibility issues. For all such cases, the always-active and highly responsive developer team of WinOnX comes in handy.

Citrix XenApp

One of the coolest app that lets users enjoy any Windows application on Mac. Wait a sec, not only Mac but XenApp allows users to use any app on any device – now this sounds awesome, no? All the apps are stored, saved and can be accessed from a database. Probably the best thing about this app is that it even works when a user is offline.

Wineskin Winery

This is the techiest of the apps among our list. Wineskin Winery creates ports, which tweaks the Windows apps in a way that they work seamlessly on Mac. AND the best part? The application is completely free!

Virtual Box

Probably the most famous in our list, Virtual Box is famous for reasons. First, VB is open source and thus free! The application is also continuously developing, so if something on your system is not working smoothly, expect it to get resolved soon. Secondly, this application doesn’t only setup Windows virtually but also supports Linux and other OSs. Third, the synchronization between the hardware and operating system is close to perfect. Camera, CD drive, printer, etc all work perfectly on multiple operating systems.

Virtual PC for Mac

The best emulator for users who are more “network focused”. Virtual PC for Mac can save our love for Mac and we can use Windows apps without having to completely say good bye to Mac. No matter what operating system they are using, you can share information on the network when using Virtual PC for Mac. The application is a little pricey though and can be bought at $129.

CrossOver Mac

Get CrossOver Mac for only $39 to $59 and start using any Window app on your Mac, without the need of creating a virtual environment or installing a fresh/registered copy of Windows. No reboot required, just run the program and with it, the Windows app you need to use.

VMware Fusion

Do you like the idea of having a full Windows view, opening Windows and Mac apps in a separate window and more? If yes, then try VMware Fusion. Using Windows apps on your Mac through VMware Fusion gives users a native feel. Compared with all the benefits and functionalities of this app, the $34.95 price tag is not too much.

Parallels

As the name suggests, Parallels let you use Windows app parallel on Mac OS. Available for around $69, Parallels is very easy to install and can be used without rebooting the system. Combine all the benefits and features of VMware Fusion and add the fact that options such as parental control you have set on Mac will even work on Windows interface – the result is Parallels.

Last bit…

** 64 bit Windows OS are not compatible with certain Macs.

** Always backup your data before trying to attempt installing Windows on Mac.

Эмуляторы macOS для Windows 10

Строго говоря, полноценного эмулятора macOS в прямом смысле слова на Windows 10 нет: операционная система от Эппл обладает сопоставимыми с этой ОС системными требованиями, отчего эмулятор если и появится, то будет требовать мощное «железо» для работы. Тем не менее, всегда можно воспользоваться средством запуска виртуальных машин, которых существует две: Oracle Virtualbox и VMware Workstation Player. Начнём с последнего.

VMware Workstation Player

Решение от компании VMware, бесплатное для некоммерческого использования, известно богатыми возможностями по установке гостевой системы и работе с ней. В целом интерфейс этой программы выглядит более продуманным и удобным для конечного пользователя.

Программа удобна в настройке и использовании, однако русская локализация отсутствует. В отличие от Virtualbox, о которой далее мы еще расскажем, рассматриваемая программа позволяет создавать новую виртуальную машину без установки ОС, что требуется для некоторых специфических версий «яблочной» операционки. Также можно задать динамический виртуальный накопитель или сделать его в виде частей.

Кроме того, в пользу ВМваре говорит и улучшенная в сравнении с конкурентом поддержка трёхмерной графики и средств для разработчиков. Впрочем, функцией создания виртуальной среды по шаблону для макОС воспользоваться не получится, всё нужно настраивать вручную. Здесь пользователям пригодится самостоятельный ввод ID процессора, что важно для пользователей компьютеров с процессорами AMD, которые «яблоком» не поддерживаются.

Если говорить о недостатках, то они, увы, есть. Кроме отсутствия русского языка в интерфейсе и невозможности создания по шаблону отметим также нехватку функции снимков состояния (доступно в платной Pro-версии) и проблемы с запуском macOS на компьютерах с процессором от AMD.

Oracle VirtualBox

Средство VirtualBox от Oracle на просторах СНГ более известно, чем предыдущее решение и, следовательно, более популярно. Первая причина популярности – модель распространения приложения и открытый исходный код. Вторая – полная и качественная локализация на русский язык.

Рассматриваемое решение выгодно отличается от VMware Workstation Player официальной поддержкой macOS – правда, только на хостах с другой системой от Apple. Впрочем, и в версии для Windows 10 установка «яблок» возможна без особого труда, но в этом случае не надейтесь получить поддержку на официальном сайте Oracle. Конкретно поддерживаемая версия макОС ограничивается Snow Leopard или High Sierra на 32- или 64-битных версиях Виндовс соответственно, однако новейшую Catalina тоже можно установить, пусть и не без труда.

ВиртуалБокс имеет множество тонких настроек, в которых новичок наверняка запутается, но специалист сумеет тонко сконфигурировать среду под свои нужды. Для тех, кто не привык заморачиваться с настройкой, присутствует возможность загрузить готовую машину и импортировать её в программу, что порой представляет собой единственный выход для пользователей некоторых специфических конфигураций ПК.

Говоря о минусах, упомянем нестабильность – в релиз стараются выпускать хорошо протестированные версии, однако порой случаются накладки. Также отметим трудности в установке macOS: если в VMware всё можно прописать заранее в опциях самой программы, то в VirtualBox не обойтись без задействования командной строки. Кроме того, работа с 3D-графикой в виртуальной среде с ОС от Apple не поддерживается

Заключение

Таким образом, мы познакомились с двумя решениями для эмуляции macOS на Windows 10. Как видим, ни один, ни другой не обеспечивают полноценного опыта использования макОС, однако «виртуалки» вполне достаточно для проверки, готов ли пользователь перейти на устройство с этой системой.

Эмуляторы и виртуальные машины Windows для Mac OS X

У многих владельцев MacBook, iMac и Mac часто возникает потребность в использовании различных Windows-приложений. К сожалению, среда macOS не предоставляет по умолчанию какие-либо встроенные утилиты для обеспечения совместимости различных операционных систем. Для решения этой проблемы предусмотрены специальные программы, которые делятся на 2 вида – виртуальные машины и эмуляторы. К первым можно отнести средства виртуализации, которые на деле представляют собой полноценные виртуальные машины для запуска различных версий ОС Windows в «песочнице». Зачастую ими пользуются разработчики и дизайнеры для разворачивания виртуальной среды, в которой идет работа над проектом. Ко второму типу относятся утилиты для быстрого запуска каких-либо отдельных программ или игр для Windows. При этом они не требуют установки или виртуализации самой ОС и включают все необходимые библиотеки и компоненты.

Представленный набор включает как эмуляторы, так и виртуальные машины. Особое внимание рекомендуется обратить на утилиту Parallels Desktop, которая способна запускать самые ресурсоемкие приложения, включая AutoCAD и Adobe Photoshop, в виртуальной среде. В качестве бесплатной альтернативы данной программе в наборе имеется VirtualBox. По сравнению с Parallels Desktop эта программа не обладает высокой степенью оптимизации, но зато она предоставляет все нужные инструменты для создания и настройки виртуальных машин для различных видов ОС. Также стоит отметить утилиту PlayOnMac, которая способна запускать на macOS более 300 игр и 100 приложений для Windows.

Стоит учесть, что для запуска виртуальных машин необходимо иметь минимум 5 Гб свободного места на дисковом пространстве. В свою очередь, стабильная работа эмуляторов по типу Wineskin предусматривает установку дополнительных файлов и расширений посредством встроенных утилит.

Top Best MAC Emulator for Windows OS (Operating System)

By using Best MAC Emulator for Windows OS , there is no need to change the O.S. (Operating System) or get another PC dedicated for the MAC O.S. Here are also a bunch of the browsers based emulators too for you. This is the place where comes in handy, allowing us to use the MAC only applications for the Windows PC seamlessly. If you are an Apple product or the MAC PC fan but could not buy it because of the high Macbook prices, then this below article is going to be very helpful for you surely. These are the most powerful and the easiest best MAC emulators for Windows OS.

Whether you want to play any Game or using any business program or the software. Luckily it is possible to prevent such technical complications with the help of a software emulator. From this below Softwares, you can use many MAC PC programs and also can run the MAC PC games and applications for the Windows. This below Softwares is dedicated to the emulation of the classic MAC PC’s, Linux and the Windows O.S. PC. If you are on Windows and you need to use the MAC OS but don’t want to buy a new costly MAC PC, then check out some these best MAC Emulator for Windows OS Operating System.

*NOTE:- MAC’s have a thrilling ecosystem of the software but some of the programs still only support the Windows.

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[Top 23] Best MAC Emulator for Windows OS (Operating System)

So here are the top best you can download and try it on your PC.

1. Yabause ( GNU General Public License ) –

Yabause is a Sega Saturn for the Win, Mac OS X, and the Linux.

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2 . KiGB ( Freeware ) –

KiGB is the emulator compatibility with the every single released GB & GBC title having been tested as entirely compatible.

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3. PCSX2 ( GNU General Public License ) –

PCSX2 is an open-source and the free Playstation 2 for the Win, MAC OS, and the Linux.

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4. Fuse ( GNU General Public License ) –

Fuse is a free Unix Spectrum Emulator & it is several clones for the Windows, MAC OS & the Linux.

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5. BoycottAdvance ( Freeware ) –

BoycottAdvance is the Nintendo GameBoy Advance Emulator. It is a cross-platform GameBoy Advance emulator and was developed to run the homebrew GameBoy Advance software.

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6. Genesis Plus ( GNU General Public License ) –

Genesis Plus is a very nice emulator. The Original Sega Genesis produces it.

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7. Daemon Tools –

Daemon Tools is a virtual drive & the optical disc authoring program for the Windows & the MAC OS.

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8. Hatari ( GNU General Public License ) –

Hatari is an Atari ST emulator for the Linux & the other systems that are supported by SDL library. It is the open-source emulator of Atari ST 16 and 32-Bit PC family. It uses the source code from the several other emulators like ARAnyM, StonX, WinUAE, UAE and the WinSTon.

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9. VisualBoyAdvance ( GNU General Public License ) –

VisualBoyAdvance is a free emulator for the GameBoy Advance, GameBoy Color and the GameBoy handled game console. It is also the SuperGameBoy & the SuperGameBoy 2.

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10. VICE ( GNU General Public License ) –

VICE is an emulator collection which emulates the CBM-II (aka C610), the PLUS4, practically all PET models, the VIC20, the C128, the C64-DTV, and the C64. It is running on the MAC OS X, GP2X, Amiga, QNX 6.x, BeOS, Acorn RISC OS, OS/2, Windows 32-Bit, MS-DOS or the Unix. It is the cross-platform & the free emulator for Commodore’s 8-Bit PC.

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11. Q ( GNU General Public License ) –

Q emulator makes use of the OS X most advanced technologies like the CoreAudio & OpenGL to accelerate your experience with your guest PC. It is a free emulator software that runs on MAC OS X including the OS X on the PowerPC. Q is the Mike Kronenberg’s port of generic processor & the open-source emulator QEMU.

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12. CherryOS –

CherryOS was a PowerPC G4 processor emulator for the x86 Windows platforms. It allowed multiple Apple Inc. programs to be operated on the Windows XP.

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13. DeSmuME ( GNU General Public License ) –

DeSmuME is an open-source, and cross-platform Dual screen emulator includes the screenshots, documentation & the compatibility list. It a free open source Nintendo DS emulator for the Windows, AmigaOS 4, Wii, OS X & the Linux. Its name is derived from the ME, DS & the emu.

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14. Nestopia ( GNU General Public License ) –

Nestopia is a cycle-accurate & the portable NES emulator written in the C++. It is an open-source Famicom/NES emulator designed to emulate NES hardware as accurately as possible. It is considered as the most advanced NES emulator.

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15. DOSBox ( GNU General Public License ) –

DOSBox is an open-source DOS emulator for the Windows, OS/2, MAC OS X, Linux & the BeOS. It primarily focuses on running DOS games. It is an emulator program that emulates an IBM PC compatible PC running a DOS OS. Many of the IBM PC compatible graphics & the sound cards are also emulated.

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16. Bochs ( GNU General Public License ) –

Bochs is an IA-32 emulator program provides a virtual PC that can run OS such as BSD, Linux & the Windows. It is a portable x86-64 IBM computer debugger & the emulator mostly written in the C++. It is distributed as free software under the GNU Lesser General Public License.

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17. UAE ( GNU General Public License ) –

UAE is a PC emulator which emulates the hardware of Commodore Amiga range of PC. It is free software released under the GNU General Public License.

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18. Dolphin ( GNU General Public License ) –

Dolphin is the Wii & the GameCube emulator. It is an open-source & the free video game console emulator. It is running on Android, MAC OS, Linux & the Windows.

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19. Executor ( MIT License ) –

The Executor is a software app. that allows Motorola 68000 based classic MAC OS programs. It is running on the many x86-based OS. The ARDI created it.

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20. SheepShaver Windows ( GNU General Public License ) –

SheepShaver is an open-source PowerPC Apple MAC emulator. It is capable of running MAC OS 7.5.2 through 9.0.4 versions. It is available for Linux, Windows & the MAC OS X. It is initially designed for the Linux & BeOS.

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21. PearPC ( GNU General Public License ) –

PearPC is an open-source PowerPC emulator for the Windows & Unix. It is released under the terms of GNU General Public License. It is an architecture-independent PowerPC platform emulator capable of running different PowerPC OS including the pre-Intel versions of the Linux, Darwin & the MAC OS X.

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22. Basilisk II ( GNU General Public License ) –

Basilisk II is an emulator of 68xxx based MAC PC on a variety of host systems. It is an emulator which emulates the 680×0 based Apple MAC PC on a variety of OS. The last version of MAC OS that can be run within Basilisk II is MAC OS 8.1 the last 680×0 compatible version.

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23. vMac ( GNU General Public License ) –

vMac was an open-source emulator for MAC OS on Windows, the Linux-Unix, NeXTSTEP, OS/2, DOS & the other platforms. Although vMac has been abandoned, Mini vMac an improved spinoff of vMac is currently developed.

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This is the best for Win 7, 8, 8.1, 10 OS PC nowadays.

So these above are some very best MAC Emulator for Windows OS PC. You can give it a try once to all.

Hope they all are helpful for you to run the best MAC Emulator for Windows OS PC. & if you can facing any problem while trying using them then Comment down the issue here below.