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kindaVim vs VimR
Side-by-side comparison for macOS
kindaVim
8.0Use Vim in input fields and non input fields
VimR
8.0GUI for the Neovim text editor
| Metric | kindaVim | VimR |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Developer Tools | Developer Tools |
| AI Score | 8.0 | 8.0 |
| 30-day Installs | 53 | 172 |
| 90-day Installs | 172 | 447 |
| 365-day Installs | 930 | 2.1K |
| Version | 92 | 0.63.0,20260425.152925 |
| Auto-updates | Yes | Yes |
| Deprecated | No | No |
| GitHub Stars | 949 | 6.9K |
| GitHub Forks | 6 | 227 |
| Open Issues | 44 | 314 |
| License | — | MIT |
| Language | — | Swift |
| Last GitHub Commit | 2mo ago | 3mo ago |
| First Seen | Jan 25, 2022 | Aug 16, 2014 |
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
VimR
VimR is a sleek macOS GUI for Neovim, offering a native experience with features like split windows and custom keybindings. Built with Swift, it's perfect for developers who prefer Neovim's powerful text editing capabilities within a modern graphical interface.
VimR provides a graphical user interface for Neovim on macOS.
Pros
- + Offers a native macOS experience for Neovim users
- + Built with Swift, ensuring a modern and efficient application
- + Auto-updates keep the software current and secure
- + High community interest and active development
Cons
- - Occasional issues with PATH configuration
- - Some users report rare bugs, though these are typically resolved