Do Not Disturb vs BlockBlock
Side-by-side comparison for macOS
Do Not Disturb
6.0Open-source physical access (aka 'evil maid') attack detector
BlockBlock
8.0Monitors common persistence locations
| Metric | Do Not Disturb | BlockBlock |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Security & Privacy | Security & Privacy |
| AI Score | 6.0 | 8.0 |
| 30-day Installs | 26 | 282 |
| 90-day Installs | 36 | 880 |
| 365-day Installs | 147 | 2.2K |
| Version | 2.0.0 | 2.4.4 |
| Auto-updates | No | No |
| Deprecated | No | No |
| GitHub Stars | 312 | 765 |
| GitHub Forks | 47 | 47 |
| Open Issues | 25 | 44 |
| License | GPL-3.0 | GPL-3.0 |
| Language | Objective-C | Objective-C |
| Last GitHub Commit | 5y ago | 2mo ago |
| First Seen | Sep 15, 2018 | Sep 19, 2015 |
Reviews
Do Not Disturb
Do Not Disturb is a unique security tool that detects unauthorized physical access to your device, offering peace of mind for security-conscious users. It provides alerts and optionally takes photos of potential intruders, making it ideal for protecting sensitive devices.
Detects unauthorized physical access to a device and alerts the user, optionally taking photos of intruders.
Pros
- + Provides a unique physical security feature against evil maid attacks
- + Open-source, allowing for transparency and customization
- + Companion iOS app available (though with limited availability)
Cons
- - No auto-updates, requiring manual checks for new versions
- - Low install count and limited community discussion
BlockBlock
BlockBlock uniquely monitors macOS persistence locations to alert users of unauthorized changes, offering a security layer for those concerned about unwanted background processes and login items.
Monitors common persistence locations on macOS to alert users when apps attempt to add persistent components.
Pros
- + Provides alerts on persistent component additions.
- + Monitors login and background items effectively.
- + Open-source with active development and community support.
Cons
- - Lacks auto-update functionality.
- - Historical issues, though resolved, suggest potential for future bugs.