TexTools
TexTools: A focused, free toolkit for FFXIV mod creation, installation, and Penumbra workflows. Ranked #56 of 79 in Game Mod Managers by our editors (3.0/10); pricing: Free plan; best for FFXIV mod creators and Penumbra users.
At a glance
- Editor score3.0 / 10
- PricingFree plan
- Best forFFXIV mod creators and Penumbra users
- Free planYes
- Paid fromFree
- Founded2016
- Facts checked23 Sep 2026
Where it wins
- Combines FFXIV mod creation, installation, and asset editing
- Supports modpack import/export and direct Penumbra import
- Includes Dawntrail upgrades, conversions, and backup/restore tools
Where it doesn't
- Windows desktop only
- Requires manual mod-source import
- Its feature set is specialized for FFXIV mod workflows
Our verdict on TexTools
TexTools is an open-source Windows framework for creating and installing Final Fantasy XIV mods. It is aimed at solo creators and small teams that need both asset-editing utilities and installation workflows, rather than a general-purpose mod manager. The toolkit covers mod creation, modpack building, model and texture handling, item conversion, and restoration operations in one desktop application.
The published open-source model makes TexTools free to obtain, with distribution through GitHub releases and an installer. Its strongest ecosystem fit is Penumbra: users can import modpacks directly into Penumbra and use the Penumbra library update and conversion tool. Modpack import and export, Dawntrail upgrade utilities, model importing with FBX conversion, and texture or material editing give creators a broad workflow from asset preparation through package management. Automatic updates are listed in the project specifications.
Deployment is a copy-based Windows desktop setup, and the project lists community support and documentation. That combination suits users comfortable managing game and mod files themselves; the selected workflow can modify or import those files. TexTools is a practical choice for FFXIV creators who want conversion, editing, packaging, and backup tools alongside Penumbra integration. Users on other platforms, or those seeking a broadly compatible manager for multiple games, should look elsewhere because the product is deliberately centered on Windows and FFXIV.
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TexTools pricing
TexTools fact sheet
| Free plan | Yes |
|---|---|
| Paid from | Free |
| Mod profiles | Not verified |
| Conflict detection | Not verified |
| Automatic updates | Yes |
| Mod source access | Manual import |
| Supported platforms | Windows |
| Deployment method | Copy |
| Deployment | Desktop |
| Platforms | Windows |
| Support | Community, Docs |
| Built for | Solo, Small business (editorial estimate) |
| Integrations | 1 integrations: Penumbra |
| Pricing | Free plan |
| Website | ffxiv-textools.net |
| Facts checked | 23 Sep 2026 |
TexTools integrations
TexTools lists 1 integrations on its own site.
- Penumbra
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