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MacDive vs Subsurface

Side-by-side comparison for macOS

MacDive

6.0
Productivity

Digital dive log

Subsurface

8.0
Utilities

Open source divelog program

Metric MacDive Subsurface
Category Productivity Utilities
AI Score 6.0 8.0
30-day Installs 1 5
90-day Installs 5 21
365-day Installs 20 111
Version 2.16.3 6.0.5576
Auto-updates Yes No
Deprecated No No
GitHub Stars 3.0K
GitHub Forks 563
Open Issues 329
License GPL-2.0
Language C++
Last GitHub Commit 1mo ago
First Seen Aug 9, 2023 Feb 24, 2014

Reviews

MacDive

MacDive is a niche tool for scuba divers to digitally track and organize their dives. It offers features for recording dive details, making it a must-have for serious divers looking to manage their underwater activities efficiently.

MacDive allows users to record and manage their scuba diving experiences digitally.

Pros

  • + Essential tool for scuba divers to track dives
  • + Regular updates ensure functionality and reliability
  • + Convenient Homebrew availability for macOS users

Cons

  • - Niche appeal limits user base and features
  • - Possibly limited community support

Subsurface

Subsurface is an open-source dive logging program designed for scuba divers to track and organize their dives. It offers comprehensive features for managing dive data, making it a valuable tool for divers seeking a robust, free solution.

Subsurface is a dive logging platform for scuba divers to track and organize their dives.

Pros

  • + Open-source with transparent development
  • + Comprehensive features for dive tracking
  • + Export capabilities for sharing dive data
  • + Active development and updates
  • + Niche appeal for divers seeking specialized tools

Cons

  • - No auto-update feature
  • - Niche appeal limits its broad adoption
  • - Moderate number of open GitHub issues