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Middle vs LinearMouse
Side-by-side comparison for macOS
Middle
7.0Add middle click for Trackpad and Magic Mouse
LinearMouse
7.0Customise mouse behavior
| Metric | Middle | LinearMouse |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Utilities | Utilities |
| AI Score | 7.0 | 7.0 |
| 30-day Installs | 38 | 5.6K |
| 90-day Installs | 101 | 11.5K |
| 365-day Installs | 485 | 28.0K |
| Version | 1.14 | 0.11.1 |
| Auto-updates | Yes | Yes |
| Deprecated | No | No |
| GitHub Stars | — | - |
| GitHub Forks | — | - |
| Open Issues | — | - |
| License | — | — |
| Language | — | Go |
| Last GitHub Commit | — | 3y ago |
| First Seen | Aug 9, 2023 | Aug 9, 2023 |
Reviews
Middle
Middle adds middle click functionality to macOS Trackpad and Magic Mouse, enabling users to perform actions like navigating in browsers or IDEs with a single click. It's a niche utility that benefits power users and developers who rely on middle clicks.
Enables middle click functionality on macOS Trackpad and Magic Mouse.
Pros
- + Solves a niche problem for users needing middle clicks
- + Supports both Trackpad and Magic Mouse
- + Actively maintained with auto-updates
Cons
- - Appeals to a limited audience
- - Lack of community support or discussion
LinearMouse
LinearMouse is a minimal app that removes scrolling acceleration on macOS, offering precise control over mouse behavior. It's ideal for users who prefer a more predictable scrolling experience.
LinearMouse removes scrolling acceleration and allows customization of mouse behavior for precise control.
Pros
- + Minimal and focused approach to solving scrolling issues
- + Addresses a common user pain point effectively
- + Auto-updates keep the app current
Cons
- - Limited GitHub activity raises concerns about future development
- - Unknown license may be a concern for some users