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macFUSE vs OpenZFS on OS X
Side-by-side comparison for macOS
macFUSE
8.0File system integration
OpenZFS on OS X
6.0ZFS driver and utilities
| Metric | macFUSE | OpenZFS on OS X |
|---|---|---|
| Category | System Tools | System Tools |
| AI Score | 8.0 | 6.0 |
| 30-day Installs | 12.1K | 170 |
| 90-day Installs | 37.1K | 504 |
| 365-day Installs | 128.4K | 2.2K |
| Version | 5.2.0 | 2.3.1 |
| Auto-updates | Yes | No |
| Deprecated | No | No |
| GitHub Stars | 9.6K | 124 |
| GitHub Forks | 538 | 7 |
| Open Issues | 36 | 15 |
| License | NOASSERTION | NOASSERTION |
| Language | — | C |
| Last GitHub Commit | 4mo ago | 1mo ago |
| First Seen | Aug 9, 2023 | Sep 21, 2014 |
Reviews
macFUSE
macFUSE enables file system integration on macOS, allowing users to mount and interact with various file systems. It supports NTFS, SSHFS, and more, making it essential for developers and users needing advanced file handling capabilities.
macFUSE allows users to mount and interact with various third-party file systems on macOS.
Pros
- + Supports NTFS, SSHFS, and other file systems
- + Integrates seamlessly with macOS
- + Strong community and developer support
Cons
- - Compatibility issues with newer macOS versions
- - Requires system extensions
OpenZFS on OS X
OpenZFS on OS X offers ZFS filesystem support for macOS, enabling advanced storage management features. It's ideal for developers, system administrators, and power users needing robust data integrity and storage solutions.
Provides ZFS filesystem driver and utilities for macOS.
Pros
- + Advanced ZFS features for macOS
- + Active development with frequent updates
- + Direct integration with upstream ZFS development
Cons
- - Stability issues reported in recent versions
- - No auto-update feature