Algodoo is a unique 2D-simulation software from Algoryx Simulation AB. Algodoo is designed in a playful, cartoony manner, making it a perfect tool for creating interactive scenes. Explore physics, build amazing inventions, design cool games or experiment with Algodoo in your science classes. Algodoo encourages students and children’s own creativity, ability and motivation to construct knowledge while having fun. Making it as entertaining as it is educational. Algodoo is also a perfect aid for children to learn and practice physics at home.
Publisher’s description
What is Algodoo?
Algodoo is a proprietary virtualisation program for Windows from Algoryx.
Installation and requirements
Official installers exist for 64-bit as EXE (Inno Setup). The main installer is 125.6 MB. Installation asks for administrator rights. The installer supports unattended (silent) installation.
Updates and version history
The current version is 2.2.1, released on November 19, 2024. 2 versions are listed since March 30, 2021, each with links to its own installer files. That is about 0.5 releases a year. The last update is more than a year old.
Pros / Cons
Pros
- Documented silent install
Cons
- Proprietary licence: check the terms and price
- No native ARM64 build
- Installation needs administrator rights
- No update for more than a year
In short: Algodoo is a virtualisation tool for 64-bit PCs. Updates have slowed down. Administrators can deploy it unattended.
Is Algodoo safe to download?
- The file is served by algodoo.com, the publisher’s own domain
- The download link uses HTTPS
- A SHA256 hash is published, so you can verify the file:
0B5647BA0473B79A431416CE69C9A4FA62B9DCE775E730C10602C60CED419E82· Open the VirusTotal report for this hash - The link answered when we last checked it (October 22, 2026)
- ExeAtlas does not host, wrap or modify installers
Related guide: How to check a file’s SHA256 hash on Windows
Recent versions
All 2 versions ›2 versions over 4 years · about 0.5 a year
| Version | Date | Size | Files |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.2.1Latest | November 19, 2024 | 125.6 MB | 64-bit EXE (Inno Setup) |
| 2.1.0 | March 30, 2021 | — | 32-bit EXE (Inno Setup) |
Install from the command line
Silent install ›winget install --id Algoryx.Algodoo -eAlgodoo_2_2_1-x64.exe /VERYSILENT /SUPPRESSMSGBOXES /NORESTARTRelated guide: How to use winget: install and update apps
Also for other systems
brew install --cask algodooInformation
- Publisher
- Algoryx
- Category
- Virtualisation
- Licence
- Proprietary
- Price
- See the publisher’s site
- Requires
- Windows 11 / 10
- Architecture
- 64-bit
- Installer
- EXE (Inno Setup)
- Version
- 2.2.1
- Released
- November 19, 2024
- Added to the catalogue
- March 30, 2021
- Versions listed
- 2
- Updates / year
- 0.5
- Website
- algodoo.com
- winget ID
- Algoryx.Algodoo
Ratings and reviews
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Frequently asked questions
Is Algodoo free?
Algodoo is proprietary (closed-source) software (licence: Proprietary). Whether it costs money depends on the edition: check the publisher’s site for prices and free tiers.
Is Algodoo safe to download?
The download comes from algodoo.com, which belongs to the publisher; ExeAtlas does not host or change the file. Compare its SHA256 hash with the one shown here, or open the VirusTotal report for that hash.
How do I install Algodoo with winget?
Open PowerShell or Windows Terminal and run the winget command shown on this page. winget downloads the official installer and checks its SHA256 hash before running it.
Can Algodoo be installed silently?
Yes. The silent install page lists the exact command for each installer.
Does Algodoo run on ARM (Windows on Arm)?
There is no ARM64 build; Windows 11 on Arm can run the 64-bit version through emulation.
Where can I download an older version of Algodoo?
The versions page lists all 2 versions with links to their official installer files, back to March 30, 2021.
What are alternatives to Algodoo?
Sandboxie, Oracle VirtualBox, Vagrant, QEMU and Multipass. The alternatives page compares them.
