GeForce NOW vs Boosteroid

GeForce NOW9.3Visit Boosteroid8.6Visit

Higher score GeForce NOW #1 in Cloud Gaming Services 9.3/10 Free plan Free plan✓ 2 of 2 features Visit GeForce NOW

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Boosteroid #4 in Cloud Gaming Services 8.6/10 Paid ✓ 1 of 2 features Visit Boosteroid

• GeForce NOW fits best

  Broad, flexible cloud gaming with a free tier

• Boosteroid fits best

  High-quality BYO-library cloud gaming

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Side by side

Feature	GeForce NOW 9.3/10 Visit ↗	Boosteroid 8.6/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score	9.3	8.6
Ranking	#1 in Cloud Gaming Services	#4 in Cloud Gaming Services
Best for	Broad, flexible cloud gaming with a free tier	High-quality BYO-library cloud gaming
Pricing model	Free plan + paid	Paid
Starting price	$99.99/yr	€89.89/yr
Free plan	✓ (best)	—
Free trial	—	—
Deployment	Cloud, Desktop, Mobile	Cloud, Desktop, Mobile
Platforms	Web, Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android	Web, Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android
Integrations	8 integrations	5 integrations
Built for	Solo, Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise	Solo, Small business, Mid-market
Features GeForce NOW 2/2 · Boosteroid 1/2
HDR streaming	✓ (best)	Not checked yet
Ray tracing	✓	✓
Specs
Game access model	Mixed	Mixed
Supported devices	Windows, macOS, ChromeOS, Linux, web browser, Android, iPhone/iPad, handhelds, SHIELD TV, select smart TVs, Android TV, Fire TV and VR headsets	Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android, browsers, Android TV, webOS TV, Samsung Tizen TV, ChromeOS
Max streaming resolution	4k	4k
Maximum session length	Not checked yet	Not checked yet
Queue priority	Priority	Not checked yet
Our review
Pros	Free tier with ad-supported access Supports major PC game stores and existing libraries Ultimate offers up to 5K streaming at 120 FPS	Up to 4K resolution, 120 FPS, and ray tracing Works with Steam, Epic Games, Xbox, EA App, and Ubisoft Connect Runs across browsers, desktop, mobile, and supported smart TVs
Cons	Free access uses basic cloud gaming rigs Premium memberships include 100 hours of monthly playtime Only supported PC games can be streamed	No free plan Access depends on supported storefronts and games Manual server selection is limited to Ultra Pro
Our verdict	GeForce NOW is NVIDIA’s cloud gaming service for streaming supported PC games from cloud servers to computers, phones, tablets, televisions, handhelds and other supported devices. It suits players who want to access compatible games across… Read the review →	Boosteroid is a cloud gaming service that streams PC games from remote gaming hardware to computers, mobile devices, browsers, and supported smart TVs. It is aimed at players who want to access supported free games or play paid PC games… Read the review →

Strengths and trade-offs

• GeForce NOW — where it wins

  • Free tier with ad-supported access
  • Supports major PC game stores and existing libraries
  • Ultimate offers up to 5K streaming at 120 FPS

  Where it doesn't

  • Free access uses basic cloud gaming rigs
  • Premium memberships include 100 hours of monthly playtime
  • Only supported PC games can be streamed

• Boosteroid — where it wins

  • Up to 4K resolution, 120 FPS, and ray tracing
  • Works with Steam, Epic Games, Xbox, EA App, and Ubisoft Connect
  • Runs across browsers, desktop, mobile, and supported smart TVs

  Where it doesn't

  • No free plan
  • Access depends on supported storefronts and games
  • Manual server selection is limited to Ultra Pro

• GeForce NOW9.3/10 · Free plan

  A flexible cloud gaming service with free access, owned-game support, and premium streaming tiers.

  Visit GeForce NOWFull verdict →
• Boosteroid8.6/10 · Paid

  A strong BYO-library option with 4K, 120 FPS, ray tracing, and broad device support.

  Visit BoosteroidFull verdict →