GameNetworkingSockets vs Riptide Networking
| GameNetworkingSockets | Riptide Networking | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | No | No |
| Free trial | No | No |
| Paid from | — | — |
| Open source | No | No |
| Platforms | Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS | Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Network model | hybrid | client-server |
| Supported platforms | Linux, Windows, macOS, iOS | PC, Mac, Linux, iOS, Android; Unity and .NET environments |
| Transport protocols | UDP | UDP, TCP, Steam |
Both are listed in Best Game Networking Middleware. On Samsung Mobile US Press, GameNetworkingSockets scores higher on our published basis.