Mac Mouse Fix vs MiddleClick
Side-by-side comparison for macOS
Mac Mouse Fix
7.0Mouse utility to add gesture functions and smooth scrolling to 3rd party mice
MiddleClick
7.0Utility to extend trackpad functionality
| Metric | Mac Mouse Fix | MiddleClick |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Utilities | Utilities |
| AI Score | 7.0 | 7.0 |
| 30-day Installs | 1.6K | 1.3K |
| 90-day Installs | 3.7K | 2.7K |
| 365-day Installs | 12.5K | 11.4K |
| Version | 3.0.8 | 3.2.0 |
| Auto-updates | Yes | No |
| Deprecated | No | No |
| GitHub Stars | 9.3K | 2.5K |
| GitHub Forks | 283 | 116 |
| Open Issues | 1.0K | 34 |
| License | NOASSERTION | GPL-3.0 |
| Language | Objective-C | Swift |
| Last GitHub Commit | 1mo ago | 5mo ago |
| First Seen | Mar 4, 2021 | Dec 13, 2013 |
Reviews
Mac Mouse Fix
Mac Mouse Fix enhances third-party mice with gesture support, smooth scrolling, and improved functionality, making affordable mice as capable as Apple's premium options. It's particularly beneficial for users with non-Apple mice who want advanced features without additional hardware costs.
Enhances third-party mice with gesture support, smooth scrolling, and advanced features.
Pros
- + Adds gesture support and smooth scrolling to non-Apple mice
- + Free and lightweight with no intrusive features
- + Actively developed with regular updates
Cons
- - Some users report issues with scrolling performance in certain apps
- - A malware impersonator has caused confusion in the community
MiddleClick
MiddleClick enhances trackpad functionality by enabling middle-click gestures through three-finger taps or clicks. It supports both trackpads and Magic Mouse, offering a productivity boost for users who rely on middle-click actions.
Enables middle-click functionality via three-finger gestures on trackpads and Magic Mouse.
Pros
- + Free and open-source under GPL-3.0
- + Supports both trackpads and Magic Mouse
- + Addresses a productivity gap in macOS functionality
Cons
- - No auto-update feature
- - Compatibility issues with newer macOS versions