Default pickPreferred
ClashX Meta
If you do not depend on an old profile or a specific tutorial, start with ClashX Meta. It is the clearer starting point for this use case.
Clash for Windows vs ClashX Meta
Clash for Windows: Widely referenced in older tutorials, but new users should check source and maintenance status carefully. ClashX Meta: A better fit when your provider or profile expects Clash Meta / Mihomo behavior.
Clash for Windows vs ClashX Meta: Key Differences
Compare Clash for Windows and ClashX Meta by platform support, maintenance status, subscription import, proxy modes, tutorial coverage and best-fit users before choosing.
| Item |  Clash for Windows | ClashX Meta |
|---|---|---|
| Best for | Users with specific legacy setup needs | Mac users needing Mihomo behavior |
| Learning curve | Medium | Medium |
| Supported platforms | Windows / Mac | Mac |
| Subscription import | Subscription link and profile files | Common subscription imports |
| Proxy modes | System proxy, rule and global | Rules, proxy groups and Meta-related capabilities |
| Core / ecosystem | Clash | Clash Meta / Mihomo |
| Positioning | Classic legacy desktop client | Mac client aligned with Meta / Mihomo |
| Repository / store status | GitHub API returned 404 | Active, not archived |
| Releases / store page | View releases | View releases |
| Links | Clash for Windows / Tutorial | ClashX Meta / Tutorial |
| Repository | Fndroid/clash_for_windows_pkg | MetaCubeX/ClashX.Meta |
| Public repository | Original repo is currently inaccessible | Yes, public GitHub repository |
| Open-source status | Public source status is currently unverified | Yes, public repo with AGPL-3.0 license |
| License | Currently unverified | AGPL-3.0 |
| Author / maintainer | Fndroid | MetaCubeX |
| Official source type | Historical GitHub repository | GitHub repository |
| Verification source | GitHub API, 2026-05-18 | GitHub API, 2026-05-18 |
How to Choose Between Clash for Windows and ClashX Meta
For a new setup, start with ClashX Meta when it matches your platform and workflow; choose Clash for Windows when you rely on existing profiles, older tutorials or a specific feature.
When to choose the otherSpecific needs
Clash for Windows
Choose Clash for Windows when you already use it, or when a tutorial, profile or required feature clearly depends on it.
How to decide
New users need a starting point; existing users need migration fit
New users should follow the default pick; existing users should check migration fit first. If you already have a related setup or a tutorial requires it, Clash for Windows still makes sense.