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OpenMTP vs MacDroid

Side-by-side comparison for macOS

OpenMTP

8.0
Utilities

Android file transfer

MacDroid

6.0
Utilities

Connect to your Android devices

Metric OpenMTP MacDroid
Category Utilities Utilities
AI Score 8.0 6.0
30-day Installs 1.8K 216
90-day Installs 4.6K 574
365-day Installs 15.6K 2.1K
Version 3.2.25 2.9
Auto-updates No Yes
Deprecated No No
GitHub Stars 6.3K 11
GitHub Forks 250 -
Open Issues 159 -
License MIT NOASSERTION
Language JavaScript Shell
Last GitHub Commit 8mo ago 6mo ago
First Seen Jan 26, 2020 Aug 9, 2023

Reviews

OpenMTP

OpenMTP is a feature-rich Android file transfer application for macOS, offering advanced capabilities beyond the default Android File Transfer. It supports seamless file transfers, sync modes, and is ideal for users needing reliable and efficient Android file management on macOS.

Enables file transfer between Android devices and macOS systems.

Pros

  • + Cross-platform compatibility with advanced features for macOS users
  • + Feature-rich with options like sync mode and file grouping
  • + Open-source with MIT license, fostering community contribution

Cons

  • - Lacks support for Garmin devices despite a closed enhancement request
  • - No auto-update feature, requiring manual checks for updates

MacDroid

MacDroid enables seamless connection and management of Android devices from macOS. It's ideal for developers or users needing to interact with their Android devices directly from their Mac.

Connects to Android devices and manages them from macOS.

Pros

  • + Facilitates device management and interaction with Android devices from macOS.
  • + Integration with macOS ecosystem for a native experience.
  • + Auto-updates ensure the app remains current with the latest features and security patches.

Cons

  • - Limited GitHub activity and community involvement may affect future development and support.
  • - The NOASSERTION license could raise concerns for users prioritizing open-source compliance.