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GSConnect vs Join: catalog facts
GSConnect	Join
Free Free to use; source code is published on GitHub.	Paid Pricing is not stated on the homepage; check the store listing.
Linux	Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, Web, Browser extension
Integrates directly into GNOME Shell Compatible with the KDE Connect mobile apps	Notification, clipboard and SMS syncing from Android Apps for Windows, macOS, Linux, Chrome and the web
Only works on the GNOME desktop Needs a KDE Connect app on the other device	Centred on Android; no iOS app mentioned Pricing not stated on the homepage
Downloadable app	Downloadable app, Web application, Browser extension
Open source	Closed source
License not stated	License not stated
No account needed	Not stated if an account is needed
Not stated if it works offline	Not stated if it works offline
Official website Full listing and sources Checked September 24, 2026	Official website Full listing and sources Checked September 24, 2026

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