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ROCKNIX vs spruceOS: catalog facts
ROCKNIX	spruceOS
Free Free, built from open-source components, with donations accepted.	Free Free community software published on GitHub.
Linux	Linux
Supports many handhelds from several brands Built-in save sync through Syncthing and rclone	Supports handhelds from several makers, including Miyoo, TrimUI and Anbernic Bundles RetroArch and emulators in one package
Only runs on supported devices Installing replaces or bypasses the stock firmware	Only runs on supported handheld devices Installing custom software on a handheld takes some care
Operating system	Operating system
Open source	Closed source
License not stated	License not stated
No account needed	No account needed
Works offline	Works offline
Official website Full listing and sources Checked September 24, 2026	Official website Full listing and sources Checked October 1, 2026

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