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CrossOver vs AltTab

Side-by-side comparison for macOS

CrossOver

8.0
Utilities

Tool to run Windows software

AltTab

7.5
Utilities

Enable Windows-like alt-tab

Metric CrossOver AltTab
Category Utilities Utilities
AI Score 8.0 7.5
30-day Installs 902 6.1K
90-day Installs 2.6K 19.8K
365-day Installs 8.9K 72.9K
Version 26.1.0 10.12.0
Auto-updates Yes Yes
Deprecated No No
GitHub Stars 43 15.0K
GitHub Forks 11 498
Open Issues 5 57
License GPL-3.0 GPL-3.0
Language Shell Swift
Last GitHub Commit 1y ago 1mo ago
First Seen Aug 9, 2023 Oct 15, 2019

Reviews

CrossOver

CrossOver enables running Windows software on macOS, offering seamless integration and support for major applications. It's ideal for users needing Windows apps without a virtual machine.

Runs Windows software on macOS.

Pros

  • + Runs Windows applications natively on macOS.
  • + Seamless integration with macOS ecosystem.
  • + Support for popular Windows applications.

Cons

  • - May require learning to optimize Windows app performance.
  • - Depends on Codeweavers for updates and compatibility.

AltTab

AltTab brings Windows-like alt-tab functionality to macOS, offering a familiar way to switch between windows. It's popular among users transitioning from Windows or seeking a different app-switching experience.

Enables Windows-style alt-tab window switching on macOS.

Pros

  • + Implements a familiar Windows-style alt-tab interface
  • + Active development and strong community support
  • + Customizable settings for a tailored experience

Cons

  • - Some users report performance issues and bugs
  • - Occasional UI glitches and notifications post-uninstallation