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DroidID vs AdGuard VPN
Side-by-side comparison for macOS
DroidID
5.5AdGuard VPN
8.0VPN for privacy and security
| Metric | DroidID | AdGuard VPN |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Security & Privacy | Security & Privacy |
| AI Score | 5.5 | 8.0 |
| 30-day Installs | - | 51 |
| 90-day Installs | 1 | 164 |
| 365-day Installs | 11 | 744 |
| Version | 1.4,7 | 2.9.2.1014 |
| Auto-updates | No | Yes |
| Deprecated | Yes | No |
| GitHub Stars | 98 | 208 |
| GitHub Forks | 16 | 21 |
| Open Issues | 11 | 63 |
| License | GPL-3.0 | — |
| Language | Objective-C | — |
| Last GitHub Commit | 9y ago | 8mo ago |
| First Seen | Aug 9, 2023 | Aug 9, 2023 |
Reviews
DroidID
DroidID enables Mac users to unlock their computers using an Android phone's fingerprint sensor, offering a unique biometric authentication method. It integrates mobile biometrics with desktop security, appealing to users seeking alternative authentication options.
DroidID unlocks your Mac using your Android phone's fingerprint sensor.
Pros
- + Innovative use of Android fingerprint sensors for Mac authentication
- + Free and open-source under GPL-3.0
- + Provides an alternative to traditional Mac unlocking methods
Cons
- - No updates since 2017, indicating potential abandonment
- - Known issues with newer macOS versions like Big Sur
AdGuard VPN
AdGuard VPN offers a privacy-focused VPN experience with a unique open-source protocol, making it ideal for users concerned about transparency and security.
Provides a VPN service to secure internet connections and protect user privacy.
Pros
- + Open-source VPN protocol for transparency
- + Auto-updates for security and functionality
- + Active issue tracking and community support
Cons
- - Unknown license and development language
- - Past battery issues on Android (resolved)