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Command X vs Maccy

Side-by-side comparison for macOS

Command X

7.5
System Tools

Cut and paste files in Finder

Maccy

8.0
Productivity

Clipboard manager

Metric Command X Maccy
Category System Tools Productivity
AI Score 7.5 8.0
30-day Installs 109 9.9K
90-day Installs 311 28.3K
365-day Installs 1.3K 103.5K
Version 1.5.1-1741281408,q29jqhoble8xbtvypmmkx,oo97q4f6g9mwjyqmhjakbr7to 2.6.1
Auto-updates No Yes
Deprecated Yes No
GitHub Stars 18.9K
GitHub Forks 865
Open Issues 147
License MIT
Language Swift
Last GitHub Commit 2mo ago
First Seen Jun 18, 2023 Jun 29, 2019

Reviews

Command X

Command X is a macOS utility that enhances file management by allowing users to cut and paste files directly from the Finder using the command line. It is particularly useful for developers and power users who prefer command-line workflows. The app's integration with Finder and clipboard functionality for files make it a handy tool for efficient file operations.

Enables cutting and pasting of files in Finder using the command line.

Pros

  • + Efficient file management through command-line operations
  • + Seamless integration with Finder for a smooth workflow
  • + Reliable and maintained by a trusted developer

Cons

  • - No auto-update feature, requiring manual checks for updates
  • - Niche appeal limits its broader adoption

Maccy

Maccy is a popular, open-source clipboard manager for macOS that offers lightweight, searchable clipboard history. It benefits users who frequently copy and paste, especially developers and power users looking for efficient clipboard management.

Maccy manages and organizes clipboard content with search functionality.

Pros

  • + Open-source and lightweight
  • + Searchable clipboard history
  • + Auto-updates for convenience

Cons

  • - Clipboard content limit
  • - Memory usage concerns