Default pickPreferred
ClashX Meta
If you do not depend on an old profile or a specific tutorial, start with ClashX Meta. It is the clearer starting point for this use case.
ClashX vs ClashX Meta
ClashX: Familiar menu bar behavior for users following older ClashX tutorials. ClashX Meta: A better fit when your provider or profile expects Clash Meta / Mihomo behavior.
ClashX vs ClashX Meta: Key Differences
Compare ClashX and ClashX Meta by platform support, maintenance status, subscription import, proxy modes, tutorial coverage and best-fit users before choosing.
| Item |  ClashX | ClashX Meta |
|---|---|---|
| Best for | Mac users who prefer a menu bar workflow | Mac users needing Mihomo behavior |
| Learning curve | Low to medium | Medium |
| Supported platforms | Mac | Mac |
| Subscription import | Subscription link and local profiles | Common subscription imports |
| Proxy modes | System proxy, rule and global | Rules, proxy groups and Meta-related capabilities |
| Core / ecosystem | Clash | Clash Meta / Mihomo |
| Positioning | Classic macOS menu bar client | Mac client aligned with Meta / Mihomo |
| Repository / store status | Public, not archived | Active, not archived |
| Releases / store page | View releases | View releases |
| Links | ClashX / Tutorial | ClashX Meta / Tutorial |
| Repository | alvincrisuy/clashX | MetaCubeX/ClashX.Meta |
| Public repository | Yes, public GitHub repository | Yes, public GitHub repository |
| Open-source status | Yes, public repo with MIT license | Yes, public repo with AGPL-3.0 license |
| License | MIT | AGPL-3.0 |
| Author / maintainer | alvincrisuy | MetaCubeX |
| Official source type | GitHub repository | GitHub repository |
| Verification source | GitHub API, 2026-05-18 | GitHub API, 2026-05-18 |
How to Choose Between ClashX and ClashX Meta
For a new setup, start with ClashX Meta when it matches your platform and workflow; choose ClashX when you rely on existing profiles, older tutorials or a specific feature.
When to choose the otherSpecific needs
ClashX
Choose ClashX when you already use it, or when a tutorial, profile or required feature clearly depends on it.
How to decide
New users need a starting point; existing users need migration fit
New users should follow the default pick; existing users should check migration fit first. If you already have a related setup or a tutorial requires it, ClashX still makes sense.