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HiDock vs BetterDisplay
Side-by-side comparison for macOS
HiDock
5.0Set custom Dock settings for when on different displays
BetterDisplay
8.0Display management tool
| Metric | HiDock | BetterDisplay |
|---|---|---|
| Category | System Tools | Utilities |
| AI Score | 5.0 | 8.0 |
| 30-day Installs | 29 | 8.8K |
| 90-day Installs | 75 | 25.6K |
| 365-day Installs | 199 | 74.0K |
| Version | 1.4 | 4.2.3 |
| Auto-updates | Yes | Yes |
| Deprecated | No | No |
| GitHub Stars | 2 | 30.3K |
| GitHub Forks | 1 | 556 |
| Open Issues | - | 174 |
| License | MIT | — |
| Language | — | — |
| Last GitHub Commit | 10y ago | 2mo ago |
| First Seen | Jan 23, 2023 | Jun 22, 2022 |
Reviews
HiDock
HiDock allows users to customize their Dock settings based on connected displays, offering tailored configurations for different workspaces. Ideal for multi-display users seeking a streamlined environment on each screen.
Automatically adjusts Dock settings according to the connected display.
Pros
- + Customizable Dock settings for different displays
- + Automated configuration based on connected displays
- + Useful for users with multiple monitors
Cons
- - Inactive project with no recent updates
- - Lack of community support and feedback
BetterDisplay
BetterDisplay is a powerful display management tool for macOS, offering features like HiDPI scaling, brightness adjustments, and virtual screens. It's ideal for users with multiple monitors or those needing advanced display configurations.
Manages display settings and configurations on macOS devices.
Pros
- + Advanced display management features
- + Active development and community support
- + Highly customizable settings
Cons
- - Some open issues and bugs
- - Occasional compatibility problems with macOS updates