macUSB vs Packages
Side-by-side comparison for macOS
macUSB
8.0Tool to create bootable USB installers
Packages
8.0Integrated packaging environment
| Metric | macUSB | Packages |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Utilities | Developer Tools |
| AI Score | 8.0 | 8.0 |
| 30-day Installs | 223 | 84 |
| 90-day Installs | 478 | 333 |
| 365-day Installs | 478 | 2.1K |
| Version | 2.1.1 | 1.2.10 |
| Auto-updates | No | Yes |
| Deprecated | No | No |
| GitHub Stars | 660 | 343 |
| GitHub Forks | 24 | 47 |
| Open Issues | 1 | 80 |
| License | MIT | — |
| Language | Swift | Objective-C |
| Last GitHub Commit | 2mo ago | 2mo ago |
| First Seen | Feb 25, 2026 | Oct 22, 2014 |
Reviews
macUSB
macUSB simplifies creating bootable macOS and OS X USB drives, supporting a wide range of macOS versions and both Intel and Apple Silicon Macs. Its ease of use, compatibility with external SSDs, and support for legacy systems make it a valuable tool for users needing to install or reinstall macOS on multiple devices.
Creates bootable USB installers for macOS and OS X.
Pros
- + Supports both Intel and Apple Silicon Macs
- + Works with macOS versions from 10.4 onwards
- + Compatible with external SSDs
Cons
- - No auto-updates available
- - Some users experience installation issues
Packages
Packages is a powerful tool for creating and managing macOS installers, offering a user-friendly interface for developers. It integrates seamlessly with Xcode and PackageMaker, making it ideal for those who need to bundle and distribute software.
Packages allows users to create custom macOS installer packages with ease.
Pros
- + User-friendly interface for creating installers
- + Integration with Apple's development tools
- + Active development and support
Cons
- - Licensing details are unclear
- - Compatibility issues with newer macOS versions