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Multi vs Packages
Side-by-side comparison for macOS
Multi
7.0Create apps from groups of websites
Packages
8.0Integrated packaging environment
| Metric | Multi | Packages |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Utilities | Developer Tools |
| AI Score | 7.0 | 8.0 |
| 30-day Installs | 27 | 83 |
| 90-day Installs | 81 | 333 |
| 365-day Installs | 255 | 2.1K |
| Version | 3.0.2 | 1.2.10 |
| Auto-updates | No | Yes |
| Deprecated | No | No |
| GitHub Stars | 1.4K | 343 |
| GitHub Forks | 42 | 47 |
| Open Issues | 31 | 80 |
| License | GPL-3.0 | — |
| Language | Swift | Objective-C |
| Last GitHub Commit | 2mo ago | 2mo ago |
| First Seen | Sep 21, 2020 | Oct 22, 2014 |
Reviews
Multi
Multi allows users to create custom macOS apps from collections of websites, offering a unique way to bundle web-based tools into a single application. It's ideal for developers and power users who want to streamline their workflow with tailored web apps.
Creates custom macOS applications from groups of websites.
Pros
- + Creates custom, lightweight macOS apps from websites.
- + Open-source with a strong community and active development.
- + Written in Swift, providing modern and efficient performance.
Cons
- - No auto-update feature.
- - Limited recent community discussion despite active development.
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