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HapticKey vs LinearMouse

Side-by-side comparison for macOS

HapticKey

7.0
Utilities

Trigger haptic feedback when tapping Touch Bar

LinearMouse

7.0
Utilities

Customise mouse behavior

Metric HapticKey LinearMouse
Category Utilities Utilities
AI Score 7.0 7.0
30-day Installs 8 5.7K
90-day Installs 21 11.6K
365-day Installs 79 28.1K
Version 0.7.0 0.11.1
Auto-updates No Yes
Deprecated Yes No
GitHub Stars 1.7K -
GitHub Forks 62 -
Open Issues 20 -
License MIT
Language Objective-C Go
Last GitHub Commit 10mo ago 3y ago
First Seen Aug 9, 2023 Aug 9, 2023

Reviews

HapticKey

HapticKey enhances macOS experience by triggering haptic feedback on the Touch Bar, offering customizable intensity for a more engaging interaction. It's particularly beneficial for users who frequently use the Touch Bar for navigation or shortcuts.

Triggers haptic feedback when tapping the Touch Bar, providing tactile responses.

Pros

  • + Enhances user experience with tactile feedback
  • + Customizable haptic intensity settings
  • + Open-source and actively maintained

Cons

  • - High CPU usage reported
  • - Does not support all MacBook Pro models

LinearMouse

LinearMouse is a minimal app that removes scrolling acceleration on macOS, offering precise control over mouse behavior. It's ideal for users who prefer a more predictable scrolling experience.

LinearMouse removes scrolling acceleration and allows customization of mouse behavior for precise control.

Pros

  • + Minimal and focused approach to solving scrolling issues
  • + Addresses a common user pain point effectively
  • + Auto-updates keep the app current

Cons

  • - Limited GitHub activity raises concerns about future development
  • - Unknown license may be a concern for some users