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Flirc vs CameraController

Side-by-side comparison for macOS

Flirc

6.0
Utilities

IR USB receiver configurator

CameraController

7.0
Utilities

Control USB Cameras from an app

Metric Flirc CameraController
Category Utilities Utilities
AI Score 6.0 7.0
30-day Installs 9 289
90-day Installs 19 819
365-day Installs 58 3.5K
Version 3.27.19 1.4.0
Auto-updates No Yes
Deprecated No No
GitHub Stars 2 1.7K
GitHub Forks - 81
Open Issues - 41
License MIT GPL-3.0
Language JavaScript Swift
Last GitHub Commit 14y ago 1y ago
First Seen Mar 23, 2015 Aug 9, 2023

Reviews

Flirc

Flirc is a unique tool for configuring IR USB receivers, enabling integration with various devices and platforms. It's ideal for tech enthusiasts and those seeking a universal remote solution.

Configures IR USB receivers for infrared control integration with various devices.

Pros

  • + Supports multiple platforms including Linux and Raspberry Pi
  • + Contributed to cancer research fundraising
  • + Open-source under MIT license

Cons

  • - Lack of recent updates and low GitHub activity
  • - Manual updates required without auto-update feature

CameraController

CameraController is a macOS app that allows users to control USB cameras directly from their desktop. It offers a user-friendly interface for adjusting camera settings, making it ideal for photographers and anyone needing precise camera control.

Controls USB cameras from a macOS application.

Pros

  • + Controls various USB cameras
  • + Open-source with active development
  • + User-friendly interface

Cons

  • - Lingering bugs reported
  • - Limited community discussion