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Kawa vs AltTab
Side-by-side comparison for macOS
Kawa
6.5Alternative input source switcher
AltTab
7.5Enable Windows-like alt-tab
| Metric | Kawa | AltTab |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Utilities | Utilities |
| AI Score | 6.5 | 7.5 |
| 30-day Installs | 37 | 6.1K |
| 90-day Installs | 114 | 19.8K |
| 365-day Installs | 396 | 72.9K |
| Version | 1.1.0 | 10.12.0 |
| Auto-updates | No | Yes |
| Deprecated | Yes | No |
| GitHub Stars | 1.5K | 15.0K |
| GitHub Forks | 101 | 498 |
| Open Issues | 7 | 57 |
| License | MIT | GPL-3.0 |
| Language | Swift | Swift |
| Last GitHub Commit | 3y ago | 1mo ago |
| First Seen | Aug 9, 2023 | Oct 15, 2019 |
Reviews
Kawa
Kawa is a sleek macOS input source switcher with customizable shortcuts, ideal for users who frequently switch between languages or keyboard layouts. It offers a lightweight, user-friendly experience with open-source transparency.
Kawa allows users to switch between different input sources using customizable shortcuts.
Pros
- + Customizable shortcuts for quick input switching
- + Lightweight and user-friendly interface
- + Open-source with MIT license for transparency
Cons
- - No auto-update feature requiring manual checks
- - Development appears inactive with no recent updates
AltTab
AltTab brings Windows-like alt-tab functionality to macOS, offering a familiar way to switch between windows. It's popular among users transitioning from Windows or seeking a different app-switching experience.
Enables Windows-style alt-tab window switching on macOS.
Pros
- + Implements a familiar Windows-style alt-tab interface
- + Active development and strong community support
- + Customizable settings for a tailored experience
Cons
- - Some users report performance issues and bugs
- - Occasional UI glitches and notifications post-uninstallation