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EasyDMG vs FastDMG

Side-by-side comparison for macOS

EasyDMG

8.0
Utilities

One click DMG installs

FastDMG

7.0
Utilities

Alternative to Apple's DiskImageMounter app

Metric EasyDMG FastDMG
Category Utilities Utilities
AI Score 8.0 7.0
30-day Installs 175 15
90-day Installs 174 58
365-day Installs 175 259
Version 2.4.0 1.0.3
Auto-updates Yes No
Deprecated No No
GitHub Stars 155 169
GitHub Forks 4 5
Open Issues - -
License NOASSERTION BSD-3-Clause
Language Swift Objective-C
Last GitHub Commit 22d ago 9mo ago
First Seen Aug 19, 2026 Dec 23, 2024

Reviews

EasyDMG

EasyDMG automates DMG installation on macOS, saving time by mounting, copying, and optionally trashing DMGs. It's ideal for users who frequently install apps from DMGs, offering convenience and space management.

Automates the process of installing apps from DMG files on macOS.

Pros

  • + Saves time by automating tedious DMG installation steps
  • + Helps manage disk space by optionally trashing DMGs
  • + Actively maintained with regular updates

Cons

  • - Default installation to /Applications may lack flexibility
  • - Limited community discussion or traction

FastDMG

FastDMG is a lightweight and efficient alternative to Apple's DiskImageMounter, designed for quick disk image mounting. It appeals to users who need a faster and more reliable tool for handling disk images regularly.

Mounts disk images quickly and efficiently.

Pros

  • + Fast and efficient
  • + Lightweight
  • + Open-source

Cons

  • - No auto-update feature
  • - Limited installs