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Keyman vs OpenVanilla
Side-by-side comparison for macOS
Keyman
6.0Reconfigures keyboard to type in another language
OpenVanilla
8.0Provides common input methods
| Metric | Keyman | OpenVanilla |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Productivity | Utilities |
| AI Score | 6.0 | 8.0 |
| 30-day Installs | 40 | 11 |
| 90-day Installs | 107 | 51 |
| 365-day Installs | 530 | 180 |
| Version | 18.0.248 | 1.8.4,3499 |
| Auto-updates | No | No |
| Deprecated | No | No |
| GitHub Stars | 496 | 513 |
| GitHub Forks | 135 | 133 |
| Open Issues | 1.2K | 4 |
| License | NOASSERTION | NOASSERTION |
| Language | Pascal | C++ |
| Last GitHub Commit | 1mo ago | 3mo ago |
| First Seen | Sep 2, 2021 | Aug 7, 2023 |
Reviews
Keyman
Keyman allows users to type in multiple languages by reconfiguring their keyboard. It supports a wide range of languages and is available across various platforms, making it ideal for multilingual users and those who don't speak English natively.
Reconfigures the keyboard to enable typing in different languages.
Pros
- + Cross-platform support across multiple operating systems
- + Free to use
- + Extensive language support for a wide range of users
Cons
- - No auto-update feature, requiring manual checks for updates
- - High number of open issues may indicate potential bugs or unfinished features
OpenVanilla
OpenVanilla offers a comprehensive suite of input methods for macOS, supporting multiple languages and keyboard layouts. Ideal for users needing diverse input options, especially for Chinese, it provides flexibility and customization.
Provides various input methods and keyboard layouts for multiple languages on macOS.
Pros
- + Supports multiple languages and input methods
- + Open-source with active GitHub presence
- + Regular updates and community support
Cons
- - No auto-update feature
- - Performance issues on some Mac models