Thunderstore Mod Manager
Thunderstore Mod Manager: A capable free Windows mod manager for Thunderstore users who want profiles and direct installs. Ranked #51 of 79 in Game Mod Managers by our editors (3.0/10); pricing: Free plan; best for windows Thunderstore users.
At a glance
- Editor score3.0 / 10
- PricingFree plan
- Best forWindows Thunderstore users
- Free planYes
- Mod profilesYes
- Facts checked20 Sep 2026
Where it wins
- Installs, updates, configures, and launches mods from one desktop manager
- Profiles let users switch between different mod sets
- Exports profiles with their mods and configurations
Where it doesn't
- Supports Windows only
- Premium features are separate from the free plan
- Its focus is limited to games available through Thunderstore
Our verdict on Thunderstore Mod Manager
Thunderstore Mod Manager is desktop software for installing, updating, configuring, and launching game mods. It is aimed at Windows players who want access to the Thunderstore repository without managing every mod separately. The manager supports games including Lethal Company, R.E.P.O., Valheim, PEAK, and Risk of Rain 2, while the official listing describes support for many games. Users can install mods directly, create profiles for different mod sets, and launch games with selected mods active.
The free plan covers the core workflow: mod installation and management, mod profiles, profile export, and viewing mod updates. The published plans also show a Premium tier that removes ads and unlocks premium features. According to the vendor’s listing, the application is free to download, with optional premium features available through the publisher. This makes the free plan the natural starting point for users who need mod organization and updates, while Premium is aimed at users who want the additional paid features and an ad-free experience.
Its ecosystem fit is a central strength. Thunderstore Mod Manager provides built-in access to the Thunderstore mod repository, works through the Overwolf Client, and integrates with Steam. Beyond installation, it can edit mod configurations, show outdated mods, export profiles with configurations, and update itself automatically. Choose it if you play supported Thunderstore games on Windows and want profiles, repository access, and game launching in one place. Choose another option if you need a manager for platforms beyond Windows or for games outside the Thunderstore-focused workflow.
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Thunderstore Mod Manager fact sheet
| Free plan | Yes |
|---|---|
| Paid from | Not verified |
| Mod profiles | Yes |
| Conflict detection | Not verified |
| Automatic updates | Yes |
| Mod source access | Built-in |
| Supported platforms | Windows |
| Deployment method | Not verified |
| Deployment | Desktop |
| Platforms | Windows |
| Integrations | 3 integrations: Thunderstore mod repository, Overwolf Client, Steam |
| Pricing | Free plan (source) |
| Website | thunderstore.dev |
| Facts checked | 20 Sep 2026 |
Thunderstore Mod Manager integrations
Thunderstore Mod Manager lists 3 integrations on its own site.
- Thunderstore mod repository
- Overwolf Client
- Steam
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