Bluesnooze vs Jiggler
Side-by-side comparison for macOS
Bluesnooze
7.5Prevents your sleeping computer from connecting to Bluetooth accessories
Jiggler
7.0Keep your computer awake
| Metric | Bluesnooze | Jiggler |
|---|---|---|
| Category | System Tools | Utilities |
| AI Score | 7.5 | 7.0 |
| 30-day Installs | 352 | 204 |
| 90-day Installs | 1.1K | 578 |
| 365-day Installs | 4.8K | 2.2K |
| Version | 1.2 | 1.10 |
| Auto-updates | No | No |
| Deprecated | No | No |
| GitHub Stars | 2.6K | 312 |
| GitHub Forks | 74 | 38 |
| Open Issues | 21 | 17 |
| License | MIT | GPL-3.0 |
| Language | Swift | Objective-C |
| Last GitHub Commit | 2y ago | 4mo ago |
| First Seen | Aug 9, 2023 | Jun 16, 2014 |
Reviews
Bluesnooze
Bluesnooze is a macOS app that prevents your sleeping computer from connecting to Bluetooth accessories, making it ideal for users concerned about battery life and privacy. It ensures that Bluetooth devices remain disconnected when the Mac is asleep, providing a unique solution for energy conservation and security.
Bluesnooze disconnects Bluetooth devices when the Mac goes to sleep.
Pros
- + Effectively prevents Bluetooth connections when the Mac is asleep, conserving battery life.
- + Open-source under the MIT license, promoting transparency and customization.
- + High popularity on GitHub suggests strong community interest and support.
Cons
- - No auto-updates available, potentially leading to missed features or bug fixes.
- - Some open issues exist, indicating possible maintenance or bug concerns.
Jiggler
Jiggler is a lightweight macOS utility designed to keep your computer awake by preventing sleep mode. It's ideal for users who need their Mac to remain active during extended periods, such as for streaming or long downloads.
Prevents the computer from entering sleep mode.
Pros
- + Lightweight and simple design
- + Free and open-source under GPL-3.0
- + Recent updates and active maintenance
Cons
- - No auto-update feature
- - Compatibility issues with newer macOS versions