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cd_to vs iTerm2

Side-by-side comparison for macOS

cd_to

6.0
Developer Tools

Finder Toolbar app to open the current directory in the Terminal

iTerm2

8.5
Developer Tools

Terminal emulator as alternative to Apple's Terminal app

Metric cd_to iTerm2
Category Developer Tools Developer Tools
AI Score 6.0 8.5
30-day Installs - 32.5K
90-day Installs 5 100.9K
365-day Installs 14 320.7K
Version 2.8.0 3.6.10
Auto-updates No Yes
Deprecated Yes No
GitHub Stars 131 17.1K
GitHub Forks 10 1.3K
Open Issues 3 54
License MIT GPL-2.0
Language Python Objective-C
Last GitHub Commit 7y ago 1mo ago
First Seen Aug 9, 2023 Mar 10, 2012

Reviews

cd_to

cd_to is a Finder toolbar app that integrates Terminal access directly from Finder, making it easier for developers to switch contexts. It offers a quick way to open the current directory in Terminal or alternative shells like iTerm.

Enables users to open the current Finder directory in Terminal with a single click.

Pros

  • + Provides seamless integration between Finder and Terminal
  • + Lightweight and simple to use
  • + Supports alternative terminal applications like iTerm

Cons

  • - No auto-update feature
  • - Inactive development with open issues

iTerm2

iTerm2 is a highly customizable and powerful terminal emulator for macOS, offering features like split panes, hotkeys, and integration with macOS utilities. It's favored by developers and power users for its advanced customization options and performance.

iTerm2 provides a terminal emulation environment with enhanced features compared to Apple's built-in Terminal app.

Pros

  • + Highly customizable interface
  • + Advanced features including split panes and hotkeys
  • + Regular updates and active development

Cons

  • - Steep learning curve for new users
  • - Occasional security vulnerabilities, though promptly addressed