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MediaInfo vs Path Finder

Side-by-side comparison for macOS

MediaInfo

6.0
Utilities

Display file information in Finder contextual menu

Path Finder

7.0
Utilities

File manager

Metric MediaInfo Path Finder
Category Utilities Utilities
AI Score 6.0 7.0
30-day Installs 5 93
90-day Installs 22 272
365-day Installs 126 1.1K
Version 1.7.4 11.2
Auto-updates No Yes
Deprecated Yes No
GitHub Stars 438 367
GitHub Forks 12 32
Open Issues 12 2
License
Language Swift C++
Last GitHub Commit 1y ago 4y ago
First Seen Aug 9, 2023 Aug 9, 2023

Reviews

MediaInfo

MediaInfo is a macOS Finder extension that provides quick access to file metadata directly from the contextual menu. It supports various file types, including media and documents, making it a handy tool for users who need instant file information.

Adds a contextual menu option in Finder to display detailed file information.

Pros

  • + Quick access to file metadata through Finder
  • + Supports
  • + Enhances workflow by integrating directly into the Finder

Cons

  • - Lack of auto-update feature
  • - Open issues with newer macOS versions
  • - Some user-reported bugs and compatibility problems

Path Finder

Path Finder is a powerful macOS file manager that leverages GPU acceleration for fast performance, making it ideal for handling large files and directories. It offers features like tabbed browsing, support for APFS, and a modern interface, benefiting designers, developers, and power users needing efficient file management.

Path Finder is a file manager optimized for speed and efficiency, utilizing GPU acceleration to handle large volumes of files and directories effectively.

Pros

  • + Fast GPU-based file rendering for improved performance
  • + Support for APFS and advanced macOS file system features
  • + Tabbed interface for efficient workflow management

Cons

  • - High memory usage on older systems
  • - Occasional stability issues reported in GitHub issues