GTKWave vs Gqrx
Side-by-side comparison for macOS
GTKWave
6.0GTK+ based wave viewer
Gqrx
8.0Software-defined radio receiver powered by GNU Radio and Qt
| Metric | GTKWave | Gqrx |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Developer Tools | Developer Tools |
| AI Score | 6.0 | 8.0 |
| 30-day Installs | 1.2K | 316 |
| 90-day Installs | 4.0K | 1.0K |
| 365-day Installs | 15.0K | 5.3K |
| Version | 3.3.107 | 2.17.7 |
| Auto-updates | No | No |
| Deprecated | Yes | No |
| GitHub Stars | 920 | 3.5K |
| GitHub Forks | 159 | 586 |
| Open Issues | 197 | 255 |
| License | GPL-2.0 | GPL-3.0 |
| Language | C | C++ |
| Last GitHub Commit | 2mo ago | 4mo ago |
| First Seen | Jan 22, 2017 | Jul 25, 2013 |
Reviews
GTKWave
GTKWave is a versatile wave viewer supporting multiple file formats, ideal for hardware engineers and digital circuit designers. It offers a robust solution for viewing LXT, VZT, FST, and Verilog VCD files, making it an essential tool for those working with digital designs.
GTKWave displays waveform data from various file formats, enabling detailed analysis of digital circuits.
Pros
- + Supports multiple file formats for comprehensive waveform analysis
- + Open-source with active development, ensuring continued updates
- + Cross-platform compatibility, usable on Unix, Win32, and macOS
Cons
- - Known issues with launching on macOS Sonoma
- - High-DPI display issues affecting UI quality
Gqrx
Gqrx is a powerful software-defined radio receiver that enables users to explore and analyze radio frequencies. It's ideal for ham radio enthusiasts, electronics hobbyists, and anyone interested in monitoring and decoding radio signals.
Gqrx allows users to receive and analyze radio signals across a wide range of frequencies using their computer.
Pros
- + Powerful tool for software-defined radio applications
- + Open-source under GPL-3.0, promoting transparency and customization
- + Supports a wide range of hardware for versatile use
Cons
- - No auto-update feature, requiring manual updates
- - Past macOS compatibility issues, though resolved