wxWidgets - Cross-Platform GUI Framework
What is wxWidgets?
wxWidgets is a free, cross-platform C++ framework for building native desktop applications. It runs on Windows, macOS, and Linux, using each operating system’s native GUI controls for a truly native look and feel.
Advantages of wxWidgets in Desktop Projects
Why is wxWidgets a proven choice for cross-platform desktop applications? Here are the key advantages based on facts.
Drawbacks of wxWidgets – An Honest Assessment
Every framework has limitations. Here are the main drawbacks of wxWidgets and ways to overcome them in real projects.
What is wxWidgets Used For?
The main use cases of wxWidgets in 2025 with examples from real desktop applications and our own projects.
Cross-Platform Desktop Applications
Native desktop applications running on Windows, macOS, and Linux
Audacity, FileZilla, Code::Blocks, PoEdit, Kinovea
Business and Enterprise Applications
Management systems, CRM, ERP, accounting applications
Point-of-sale systems, warehouse apps, accounting software
Scientific and Engineering Software
Applications for computation, data visualization, and simulations
CAD software, spectrum analyzers, physics simulators
Legacy Application Modernization
Migrating old applications to modern platforms
Migration from MFC/Win32, Qt3 to wxWidgets, cross-platform ports
wxWidgets Projects – SoftwareLogic.co
Our wxWidgets applications in production – cross-platform desktop solutions.
Legacy desktop application for time tracking
Old C++ application required constant maintenance and modernization for thousands of business users
We took over legacy code, modernized architecture and implemented CI/CD
Stable application serving thousands of companies, faster deployment of new features
FAQ: wxWidgets – Frequently Asked Questions
Comprehensive answers to questions about the wxWidgets framework.