Blink1Control vs OpenLogi
Side-by-side comparison for macOS
Blink1Control
6.0Utility to control blink(1) USB RGB LED devices
OpenLogi
8.0Local-first alternative to Logitech Options+ for HID++ devices
| Metric | Blink1Control | OpenLogi |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Utilities | Utilities |
| AI Score | 6.0 | 8.0 |
| 30-day Installs | 5 | 8.1K |
| 90-day Installs | 5 | 12.1K |
| 365-day Installs | 30 | 12.1K |
| Version | 2.3.0 | 0.8.3 |
| Auto-updates | No | Yes |
| Deprecated | No | No |
| GitHub Stars | 165 | 3.4K |
| GitHub Forks | 25 | 62 |
| Open Issues | 81 | 46 |
| License | Apache-2.0 | Apache-2.0 |
| Language | JavaScript | Rust |
| Last GitHub Commit | 2y ago | 3mo ago |
| First Seen | May 23, 2014 | Jun 3, 2026 |
Reviews
Blink1Control
Blink1Control is a utility app for macOS that allows users to control blink(1) USB RGB LED devices through a graphical interface. It provides features like color customization and brightness control, making it ideal for users who want to enhance their device's functionality.
Controls blink(1) USB RGB LED devices via a graphical user interface.
Pros
- + Provides a user-friendly graphical interface for controlling blink(1) devices.
- + Supports color customization and brightness adjustments.
- + Free and open-source with an Apache-2.0 license.
Cons
- - No auto-updates feature, requiring manual checks for new versions.
- - High number of open issues may reflect potential bugs or unimplemented features.
OpenLogi
OpenLogi is a privacy-focused, open-source alternative to Logitech Options+ that offers local-first control over HID++ devices. It allows users to remap buttons, adjust DPI, and customize SmartShift settings without requiring an account or telemetry. Ideal for privacy-conscious users and developers.
OpenLogi provides a native, local-first alternative to Logitech Options+ for managing HID++ devices.
Pros
- + Privacy-focused with no account or telemetry requirements
- + Open-source and actively maintained
- + Written in Rust, ensuring performance and security
- + Cross-platform support
Cons
- - Still a relatively new project with potential for bugs
- - Limited community discussion on Reddit