fx_cast Bridge vs XQuartz
Side-by-side comparison for macOS
fx_cast Bridge
8.0Bridge helper for fx_cast Firefox extension to enable Chromecast support
XQuartz
7.0Open-source version of the X.Org X Window System
| Metric | fx_cast Bridge | XQuartz |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Utilities | Developer Tools |
| AI Score | 8.0 | 7.0 |
| 30-day Installs | 28 | 6.9K |
| 90-day Installs | 109 | 21.8K |
| 365-day Installs | 544 | 97.8K |
| Version | 0.3.0 | 2.8.5 |
| Auto-updates | No | Yes |
| Deprecated | Yes | No |
| GitHub Stars | 2.0K | 996 |
| GitHub Forks | 72 | 69 |
| Open Issues | 57 | 83 |
| License | MIT | — |
| Language | TypeScript | Shell |
| Last GitHub Commit | 1mo ago | 2y ago |
| First Seen | Feb 24, 2023 | Aug 9, 2023 |
Reviews
fx_cast Bridge
fx_cast Bridge enables Chromecast support in Firefox, a feature not natively supported. It serves as a bridge for the fx_cast extension, allowing users to cast content from Firefox to Chromecast devices. Ideal for Firefox users seeking Chromecast functionality.
Enables Chromecast support in Firefox by bridging the fx_cast extension with Chromecast devices.
Pros
- + Enables Chromecast support in Firefox, addressing a niche but useful functionality.
- + Actively maintained with regular updates and contributions.
- + Strong community interest as evidenced by 2011 GitHub stars.
Cons
- - Lack of auto-updates may require manual checks for updates.
- - Some unresolved issues, such as casting functionality being greyed out, could affect usability.
XQuartz
XQuartz provides essential X11 support for macOS, enabling developers to use Unix-based tools. While it supports Apple Silicon and is actively maintained, it faces some performance and compatibility issues.
XQuartz acts as an X11 server and client libraries for macOS, facilitating the use of Unix graphical applications.
Pros
- + Supports Apple Silicon
- + Actively maintained
- + Widely used by developers
Cons
- - Performance issues with macOS
- - Unresolved bugs