BlockBlock vs Stats
Side-by-side comparison for macOS
BlockBlock
8.0Monitors common persistence locations
Stats
8.0System monitor for the menu bar
| Metric | BlockBlock | Stats |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Security & Privacy | Utilities |
| AI Score | 8.0 | 8.0 |
| 30-day Installs | 282 | 14.8K |
| 90-day Installs | 880 | 40.9K |
| 365-day Installs | 2.2K | 122.1K |
| Version | 2.4.4 | 2.12.13 |
| Auto-updates | No | Yes |
| Deprecated | No | No |
| GitHub Stars | 765 | 36.9K |
| GitHub Forks | 47 | 1.2K |
| Open Issues | 44 | 25 |
| License | GPL-3.0 | MIT |
| Language | Objective-C | Swift |
| Last GitHub Commit | 2mo ago | 1mo ago |
| First Seen | Sep 19, 2015 | Jun 23, 2020 |
Reviews
BlockBlock
BlockBlock uniquely monitors macOS persistence locations to alert users of unauthorized changes, offering a security layer for those concerned about unwanted background processes and login items.
Monitors common persistence locations on macOS to alert users when apps attempt to add persistent components.
Pros
- + Provides alerts on persistent component additions.
- + Monitors login and background items effectively.
- + Open-source with active development and community support.
Cons
- - Lacks auto-update functionality.
- - Historical issues, though resolved, suggest potential for future bugs.
Stats
Stats is a sleek macOS menu bar system monitor that provides real-time insights into CPU, memory, disk, and network usage. Its customizable interface and ability to display multiple metrics make it ideal for tech-savvy users who want quick access to system statistics without launching additional apps.
Monitors and displays system statistics such as CPU, memory, disk, and network usage in the menu bar.
Pros
- + Convenient menu bar integration for quick access to system stats
- + Real-time monitoring of multiple system metrics
- + Customizable interface allows users to display preferred statistics
- + Actively maintained with regular updates
- + Open-source with a permissive MIT license
- + Available across multiple platforms
Cons
- - Has experienced past stability issues, though these are now resolved
- - Limited customization options for some users