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kindaVim vs macSKK

Side-by-side comparison for macOS

kindaVim

8.0
Developer Tools

Use Vim in input fields and non input fields

macSKK

7.0
Utilities

SKK Input Method

Metric kindaVim macSKK
Category Developer Tools Utilities
AI Score 8.0 7.0
30-day Installs 53 43
90-day Installs 172 153
365-day Installs 930 496
Version 92 2.13.0
Auto-updates Yes No
Deprecated No No
GitHub Stars 949 275
GitHub Forks 6 18
Open Issues 44 18
License GPL-3.0
Language Swift
Last GitHub Commit 2mo ago 1mo ago
First Seen Jan 25, 2022 Mar 5, 2025

Reviews

kindaVim

kindaVim brings Vim keybindings to all macOS input and non-input fields, making it a must-have for Vim enthusiasts who want to extend their workflow across the entire operating system.

kindaVim enables Vim-style navigation and editing in any macOS application.

Pros

  • + Works across all macOS applications
  • + Free to use with optional subscription
  • + Actively maintained

Cons

  • - Minimal user interface
  • - Some users report issues with mode switching

macSKK

macSKK is a modern implementation of the SKK input method for macOS, offering a customizable and Swift-powered solution for Japanese text input. It benefits users who prefer SKK over other input methods and require a stable, actively maintained tool.

Provides an SKK-based Japanese input method for macOS.

Pros

  • + Modern Swift implementation ensures up-to-date programming practices and maintainability.
  • + Highly customizable to meet user-specific needs.
  • + Actively maintained with regular updates and improvements.

Cons

  • - Lacks auto-update functionality, requiring manual checks for updates.
  • - Known issue with input malfunctioning when the display turns off.