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whatcable · v1.5.0 • auto-updates
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Menu bar app for USB-C cable diagnostics
brew install --cask whatcable 451
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Trust Score 3/10
✗ Open source (NOASSERTION) +0
✗ Active development +0
✓ Licensed +1
✓ Auto-updates +1
✓ Not deprecated +1
✗ New (<1yr) +0
✗ Low installs +0
Version History
v1.5.05d ago1.4.0→1.5.0
2mo ago1.3.0→1.4.0
2mo ago1.2.1→1.3.0
3mo ago1.2.0→1.2.1
3mo ago1.1.9→1.2.0
3mo ago1.1.8→1.1.9
3mo ago1.1.7→1.1.8
3mo ago1.1.6→1.1.7
3mo ago1.1.5→1.1.6
3mo ago1.1.4→1.1.5
+ 23 older versions
Review
Jun 1, 2026WhatCable is a user-friendly macOS menu bar app that simplifies USB-C cable diagnostics, providing clear insights into cable capabilities. It benefits users who need to understand their cable's functionality without technical complexity.
Analyzes USB-C cables connected to your Mac and displays their capabilities in plain English.
Maturity: The project is mature with strong community support, active development, and regular contributions.
Community: WhatCable gained significant attention on Hacker News with a high engagement score, indicating strong community interest. No mentions on Reddit.
Pros
- + Intuitive and user-friendly interface
- + Convenient menu bar access for quick diagnostics
- + Clear, plain-English explanations of cable capabilities
- + Active development and community contributions
Cons
- - No auto-update feature
- - Limited support for active cables and unusual chargers
Community Mentions
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