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Mounty for NTFS vs macFUSE
Side-by-side comparison for macOS
Mounty for NTFS
7.0Re-mounts write-protected NTFS volumes
macFUSE
8.0File system integration
| Metric | Mounty for NTFS | macFUSE |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Utilities | System Tools |
| AI Score | 7.0 | 8.0 |
| 30-day Installs | 2.6K | 12.1K |
| 90-day Installs | 7.9K | 37.1K |
| 365-day Installs | 29.0K | 128.4K |
| Version | 2.4 | 5.2.0 |
| Auto-updates | No | Yes |
| Deprecated | No | No |
| GitHub Stars | 1 | 9.6K |
| GitHub Forks | 2 | 538 |
| Open Issues | - | 36 |
| License | — | NOASSERTION |
| Language | — | — |
| Last GitHub Commit | 2y ago | 4mo ago |
| First Seen | Feb 10, 2016 | Aug 9, 2023 |
Reviews
Mounty for NTFS
Mounty for NTFS is a macOS app that enables users to write to NTFS-formatted drives, which macOS typically cannot modify. It's ideal for users needing to edit files on NTFS volumes, such as photographers or developers handling large files.
Re-mounts NTFS volumes in read-write mode.
Pros
- + Effectively solves the problem of writing to NTFS volumes on macOS.
- + Lightweight and user-friendly interface.
- + Fills a critical functionality gap in macOS.
Cons
- - Lacks auto-update functionality, requiring manual checks.
- - Minimal community support, which may hinder troubleshooting.
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