CapsLockNoDelay vs Karabiner Elements
Side-by-side comparison for macOS
CapsLockNoDelay
8.0Removes delay when pressing the caps lock
Karabiner Elements
8.0Keyboard customiser
| Metric | CapsLockNoDelay | Karabiner Elements |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Utilities | Utilities |
| AI Score | 8.0 | 8.0 |
| 30-day Installs | 107 | 5.7K |
| 90-day Installs | 274 | 16.6K |
| 365-day Installs | 1.6K | 52.7K |
| Version | 1.0.8 | 16.0.0 |
| Auto-updates | No | Yes |
| Deprecated | Yes | No |
| GitHub Stars | 963 | 21.7K |
| GitHub Forks | 23 | 898 |
| Open Issues | 2 | 286 |
| License | MIT | Unlicense |
| Language | Swift | C++ |
| Last GitHub Commit | 10mo ago | 1mo ago |
| First Seen | Aug 9, 2023 | Aug 9, 2023 |
Reviews
CapsLockNoDelay
CapsLockNoDelay removes the annoying delay when pressing the caps lock key on macOS, making typing more seamless for users who frequently use caps lock. It's a lightweight, open-source solution that addresses a specific but frustrating issue.
CapsLockNoDelay eliminates the delay when activating the caps lock key on macOS.
Pros
- + Addresses a specific and frustrating issue with caps lock delay
- + Lightweight and open-source
- + Free to use under MIT license
Cons
- - No auto-updates, which could lead to compatibility issues
- - Limited community support and discussion
Karabiner Elements
Karabiner Elements is a powerful keyboard customization tool for macOS, offering advanced features for remapping keys and customizing input. It is ideal for power users, developers, and gamers who need precise control over their keyboard setup.
Customizes keyboard settings, allowing users to remap keys, create custom shortcuts, and adjust input behavior.
Pros
- + Highly customizable with extensive options for key remapping
- + Active development and strong community support
- + Popular among power users and developers
Cons
- - Complex setup may be overwhelming for beginners
- - Some historical issues with compatibility and functionality