Mac App Store vs Steam : Which is Better?

Mac App Store icon

Mac App Store

Mac App Store is a digital distribution platform for macOS applications. Developed by Apple, Inc.

License: Free

Apps available for Mac OS X

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Steam icon

Steam

Steam is a digital game distribution platform developed by Valve corporation. Developed by Valve Corporation

License: Free Personal

Categories: Games

Apps available for Mac OS X Windows Linux Online Android

Mac App Store VS Steam Feature comparision

Feature Mac App Store Steam
Game launcher
Controller support
Free to play
Proton support for linux
Command line interface
Linux
Package Installing
Ruby
Container
Cross-platform
Multiple Repository Support
FOSS
Software installer
Access the AppStore
Command line
Developer Tools
Homebrew
App discovery
App reviews
Discounts
Auto update
Subscription based
Community based
Integrated Chat
Achievements
Game controller Keymapping
Gamepad Mapping
Group chat
Hardware Accelerated
Media Streaming
Non linear editor
Regular updates
Social feed
SteamVR
VR support
DRM Free
Ad-free
Import from Steam
Gaming
Loot subscription
Games library
Electron based
Custom Scripts
Multi System Emulator
API Integration
Customizable
Extensible by Plugins/Extensions
Free Games
Multi-platform support
Chat
*community curated information: This table may not have the most accurate information. Please suggest changes

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