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MacStroke vs Hammerspoon
Side-by-side comparison for macOS
MacStroke
7.0Configurable global mouse gestures
Hammerspoon
8.0Desktop automation application
| Metric | MacStroke | Hammerspoon |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Utilities | Developer Tools |
| AI Score | 7.0 | 8.0 |
| 30-day Installs | 8 | 5.3K |
| 90-day Installs | 23 | 14.4K |
| 365-day Installs | 135 | 35.2K |
| Version | 2.0.5 | 1.1.1 |
| Auto-updates | No | Yes |
| Deprecated | Yes | No |
| GitHub Stars | 267 | 14.6K |
| GitHub Forks | 29 | 671 |
| Open Issues | 29 | 657 |
| License | BSD-3-Clause | MIT |
| Language | Objective-C | Objective-C |
| Last GitHub Commit | 1y ago | 2mo ago |
| First Seen | Jun 8, 2021 | Nov 6, 2014 |
Reviews
MacStroke
MacStroke allows users to customize global mouse gestures for enhanced productivity. It offers compatibility with macOS and a robust Objective-C codebase, benefiting power users and developers seeking workflow streamlining.
Enables customizable mouse gestures for system navigation and application control.
Pros
- + Highly customizable mouse gestures enhance productivity.
- + Compatible with macOS, offering a tailored experience.
- + Open-source with a BSD-3-Clause license, encouraging community contributions.
Cons
- - Lacks auto-update functionality, requiring manual checks.
- - Some open issues indicate areas needing improvement.
Hammerspoon
Hammerspoon is a powerful macOS desktop automation tool that uses Lua scripting for custom workflows. It allows users to automate tasks, customize their environment, and integrate with various macOS features, making it ideal for developers and power users seeking flexibility.
Enables automation of macOS tasks through Lua scripting.
Pros
- + Highly flexible and customizable automation capabilities
- + Lua scripting provides a powerful and lightweight scripting language
- + Strong community support and extensive documentation
Cons
- - Steep learning curve for new users
- - Complexity may overwhelm those unfamiliar with scripting