That said, this free utility makes up for these shortcomings with speedy performance, access to a vast third-party library of prebuilt VirtualBox emulated systems, and all the flexibility that advanced users could want. Compared with the subscription-based Parallels Desktop and the buy-once use-forever VMware Fusion, Oracle's VirtualBox offers fewer automated conveniences, uses less elegant menus, and lacks as many deep integration features.
VirtualBox 6.0 is the no-cost, open-source virtualization app that may be all you need for running Windows or Linux apps on your Mac, especially if you're willing to get your hands dirty.
