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iDisplay vs Deskreen

Side-by-side comparison for macOS

iDisplay

5.0
Utilities

Use a tablet as an extra screen

Deskreen

8.0
Utilities

Turns any device with a web browser into a secondary screen

Metric iDisplay Deskreen
Category Utilities Utilities
AI Score 5.0 8.0
30-day Installs 1 92
90-day Installs 1 300
365-day Installs 20 961
Version 3.5.0 3.2.15
Auto-updates No No
Deprecated Yes No
GitHub Stars 5 20.3K
GitHub Forks - 1.1K
Open Issues - 20
License NOASSERTION AGPL-3.0
Language Python TypeScript
Last GitHub Commit 9y ago 2mo ago
First Seen Aug 9, 2023 Feb 4, 2021

Reviews

iDisplay

iDisplay allows users to extend their desktop by using a tablet as an additional screen. It's a useful tool for developers and creative professionals looking to increase their workspace. However, the app's lack of updates and community engagement raises concerns about its current functionality and support.

Enables users to use their tablet as an extra display, extending their desktop workspace.

Pros

  • + Extends desktop workspace using a tablet.
  • + Can be beneficial for developers and creative professionals.
  • + Dedicated tool for screen mirroring.

Cons

  • - No recent updates or activity.
  • - Limited community support and engagement.

Deskreen

Deskreen allows users to turn any device with a web browser into a secondary screen, offering a unique solution for extending desktop displays. Its open-source nature and cross-platform support make it appealing to developers and productivity-focused users.

Deskreen enables any web browser-enabled device to function as an additional screen for your computer.

Pros

  • + Open-source with a strong community backing
  • + Cross-platform support and flexibility
  • + High community interest and active development

Cons

  • - Lacks auto-update functionality
  • - Some users report technical limitations