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Head-to-head · Cloud Gaming Services

Blacknut vs Amazon Luna

  • Updated Oct 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 1 check side by side
Higher score Blacknut #5 in Cloud Gaming Services 8.3/10 Paid ✓ 0 of 2 features Visit Blacknut
Amazon Luna #7 in Cloud Gaming Services 8.1/10 Paid ✓ 0 of 2 features Visit Amazon Luna

Blacknut leads on 0 checks, Amazon Luna on 0, and 1 is even. Who comes out ahead on the 1 yes/no, price and count check where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.

Our verdict

  • Highest scoreBlacknut · 8.3/10

Blacknut scores higher on our rubric for cloud gaming services: 8.3 against 8.1 out of 10; our editors rank them #5 and #7.

Blacknut is the better fit for families wanting a large subscription catalog. Amazon Luna is the better fit for prime members wanting subscription and multiplayer games.

  • Blacknut fits best

    Families wanting a large subscription catalog

  • Amazon Luna fits best

    Prime members wanting subscription and multiplayer games

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Side by side

Feature Blacknut 8.3/10 Visit ↗ Amazon Luna 8.1/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 8.3 8.1
Ranking #5 in Cloud Gaming Services #7 in Cloud Gaming Services
Best for Families wanting a large subscription catalog Prime members wanting subscription and multiplayer games
Pricing model Paid Paid
Starting price Not checked yet —
Free plan Not checked yet —
Free trial — —
Deployment Cloud, Desktop, Mobile Cloud, Desktop, Mobile
Platforms Web, Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android Web, Windows, macOS, iOS, Android
Support Docs Docs
Built for Solo, Small business Solo, Small business
Features Blacknut 0/2 · Amazon Luna 0/2
HDR streaming Not checked yet Not checked yet
Ray tracing Not checked yet Not checked yet
Specs
Game access model Subscription Subscription
Supported devices Web browsers, Windows, macOS, Ubuntu/Linux, Android, iOS/iPadOS, Samsung TV, LG TV, Google TV, Chromecast, Amazon Fire TV, Titan OS TV, VIDAA OS TV, VIZIO, WhaleTV, Tivo PC, Mac, Chromebook, iPhone, iPad, Android, Fire TV, Fire tablets, Samsung smart TVs, LG smart TVs, Xumo Stream Box, Xfinity X1 TV Box
Max streaming resolution Not checked yet Not checked yet
Maximum session length Not checked yet Not checked yet
Queue priority Not checked yet Not checked yet
Our review
Pros
  • More than 1,000 premium games available through streaming
  • Supports five player profiles with optional parental controls
  • Works across browsers, computers, mobile devices, TVs, and media players
  • Luna Standard is included with eligible Amazon Prime membership
  • Supports PCs, Macs, Chromebooks, mobile devices, and selected TVs
  • Adds GameNight, Remote Play, touch controls, and controller support
Cons
  • Paid subscription access may not suit one-time purchase preferences
  • Multiplayer and cooperative play supports up to four controllers
  • Browser play is specified through Chrome and Safari
  • No free plan is available
  • Luna Premium requires a monthly fee
  • Catalog, pricing, and features vary by region
Our verdict

Blacknut is a paid cloud gaming service for consumers and families who want subscription access to more than 1,000 premium games. Games stream through browsers, computers, mobile devices, set-top boxes, and smart TVs, without downloads.…

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Amazon Luna is a cloud gaming service for streaming games to compatible computers, mobile devices, Fire TV, Fire tablets, selected Samsung and LG smart TVs, and other supported hardware. It suits Amazon Prime members who want subscription…

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  1. BlacknutCloud Gaming Services 8.3Paid
  2. Amazon LunaCloud Gaming Services 8.1Paid

Strengths and trade-offs

  • Blacknut — where it wins

    • More than 1,000 premium games available through streaming
    • Supports five player profiles with optional parental controls
    • Works across browsers, computers, mobile devices, TVs, and media players

    Where it doesn't

    • Paid subscription access may not suit one-time purchase preferences
    • Multiplayer and cooperative play supports up to four controllers
    • Browser play is specified through Chrome and Safari

  • Amazon Luna — where it wins

    • Luna Standard is included with eligible Amazon Prime membership
    • Supports PCs, Macs, Chromebooks, mobile devices, and selected TVs
    • Adds GameNight, Remote Play, touch controls, and controller support

    Where it doesn't

    • No free plan is available
    • Luna Premium requires a monthly fee
    • Catalog, pricing, and features vary by region

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026

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