BetterMouse vs Mac Mouse Fix
Side-by-side comparison for macOS
BetterMouse
6.0Utility improving 3rd party mouse performance and functionalities
Mac Mouse Fix
7.0Mouse utility to add gesture functions and smooth scrolling to 3rd party mice
| Metric | BetterMouse | Mac Mouse Fix |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Utilities | Utilities |
| AI Score | 6.0 | 7.0 |
| 30-day Installs | 334 | 1.6K |
| 90-day Installs | 858 | 3.7K |
| 365-day Installs | 2.8K | 12.5K |
| Version | 1.6,8812 | 3.0.8 |
| Auto-updates | Yes | Yes |
| Deprecated | No | No |
| GitHub Stars | 13 | 9.3K |
| GitHub Forks | 1 | 283 |
| Open Issues | - | 1.0K |
| License | — | NOASSERTION |
| Language | Java | Objective-C |
| Last GitHub Commit | 6y ago | 1mo ago |
| First Seen | Apr 4, 2022 | Mar 4, 2021 |
Reviews
BetterMouse
BetterMouse enhances third-party mouse performance on macOS, offering features like window movement to reduce eye strain. It's ideal for users seeking improved functionality and comfort with their mice.
Enhances third-party mouse performance and functionality, including moving windows instead of the cursor.
Pros
- + Improves third-party mouse performance.
- + Unique window-moving feature for comfort.
- + Auto-updates ensure current functionality.
Cons
- - Stagnant development since 2019.
- - Unknown license raises concerns.
Mac Mouse Fix
Mac Mouse Fix enhances third-party mice with gesture support, smooth scrolling, and improved functionality, making affordable mice as capable as Apple's premium options. It's particularly beneficial for users with non-Apple mice who want advanced features without additional hardware costs.
Enhances third-party mice with gesture support, smooth scrolling, and advanced features.
Pros
- + Adds gesture support and smooth scrolling to non-Apple mice
- + Free and lightweight with no intrusive features
- + Actively developed with regular updates
Cons
- - Some users report issues with scrolling performance in certain apps
- - A malware impersonator has caused confusion in the community