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DisplayCAL vs Displays
Side-by-side comparison for macOS
DisplayCAL
8.0Display calibration and characterization powered by ArgyllCMS
Displays
8.0Monitor resolution and settings manager
| Metric | DisplayCAL | Displays |
|---|---|---|
| Category | System Tools | Utilities |
| AI Score | 8.0 | 8.0 |
| 30-day Installs | 30 | 21 |
| 90-day Installs | 89 | 56 |
| 365-day Installs | 508 | 241 |
| Version | 3.8.9.3 | 1.9.10 |
| Auto-updates | Yes | Yes |
| Deprecated | Yes | No |
| GitHub Stars | 14 | 93 |
| GitHub Forks | 84 | 28 |
| Open Issues | 1 | 4 |
| License | GPL-3.0 | GPL-3.0 |
| Language | Python | C |
| Last GitHub Commit | 4y ago | 9mo ago |
| First Seen | Mar 12, 2016 | Aug 9, 2023 |
Reviews
DisplayCAL
DisplayCAL is an open-source tool for precise display calibration and characterization using ArgyllCMS. It's ideal for photographers, designers, and anyone needing accurate color reproduction.
Calibrates and characterizes displays using ArgyllCMS.
Pros
- + Open-source and free to use.
- + Cross-platform support.
- + Integration with professional tools like Spider5.
Cons
- - Moderate GitHub activity.
- - Modernization project still in progress.
Displays
Displays is a comprehensive tool for managing monitor resolution and settings, particularly useful for users with multiple monitors or those needing precise adjustments. Its unique features include advanced settings management and an intuitive user interface.
Displays allows users to manage monitor resolution and settings effectively.
Pros
- + Supports multiple monitors for versatile setup management.
- + Intuitive and user-friendly interface for easy adjustments.
- + Actively maintained with regular updates.
Cons
- - Some technical challenges remain, as indicated by open GitHub issues.
- - Limited community support and discussion.