For standard desktop and mobile devices, start with the recommended client for the relevant platform. Clash Plus is available for Windows, macOS, Android, and iOS; Linux desktops can start with Clash Verge Rev. The main differences are interface organization, system integration, and update methods; rule-routing capability also depends on the core and configuration.
Download the Mihomo core separately only for servers, routers, containers, or automated services. Core packages provide no subscription-management interface, so configuration, service startup, and log collection must be handled manually.