OpenInTerminal-Lite vs iTerm2
Side-by-side comparison for macOS
OpenInTerminal-Lite
7.0Finder Toolbar app to open the current directory in Terminal
iTerm2
8.5Terminal emulator as alternative to Apple's Terminal app
| Metric | OpenInTerminal-Lite | iTerm2 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Developer Tools | Developer Tools |
| AI Score | 7.0 | 8.5 |
| 30-day Installs | 286 | 32.6K |
| 90-day Installs | 657 | 100.8K |
| 365-day Installs | 1.9K | 320.2K |
| Version | 1.2.7 | 3.6.10 |
| Auto-updates | No | Yes |
| Deprecated | No | No |
| GitHub Stars | 6.7K | 17.1K |
| GitHub Forks | 278 | 1.3K |
| Open Issues | 40 | 54 |
| License | MIT | GPL-2.0 |
| Language | Swift | Objective-C |
| Last GitHub Commit | 1y ago | 1mo ago |
| First Seen | Apr 22, 2019 | Mar 10, 2012 |
Reviews
OpenInTerminal-Lite
OpenInTerminal-Lite is a Finder toolbar app that allows users to quickly open the current directory in Terminal or other terminal emulators. It simplifies workflow for developers and power users who frequently switch between Finder and the terminal.
Adds a toolbar item to macOS Finder to open the current directory in Terminal, iTerm, Hyper, or Alacritty.
Pros
- + Finder toolbar integration for quick terminal access
- + Supports multiple terminal emulators
- + Open-source with MIT license
Cons
- - No auto-update feature
- - Open issues suggest possible maintenance needs
iTerm2
iTerm2 is a highly customizable and powerful terminal emulator for macOS, offering features like split panes, hotkeys, and integration with macOS utilities. It's favored by developers and power users for its advanced customization options and performance.
iTerm2 provides a terminal emulation environment with enhanced features compared to Apple's built-in Terminal app.
Pros
- + Highly customizable interface
- + Advanced features including split panes and hotkeys
- + Regular updates and active development
Cons
- - Steep learning curve for new users
- - Occasional security vulnerabilities, though promptly addressed