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OpenRGB vs Philips Hue Sync
Side-by-side comparison for macOS
OpenRGB
7.0Open source RGB lighting control that doesn't depend on manufacturer software
Philips Hue Sync
6.0Control your smart light system
| Metric | OpenRGB | Philips Hue Sync |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Utilities | Utilities |
| AI Score | 7.0 | 6.0 |
| 30-day Installs | 65 | 19 |
| 90-day Installs | 179 | 65 |
| 365-day Installs | 744 | 371 |
| Version | 1.0rc3,6fbcf62 | 1.13.1.83,367fa136-d05e-4de6-8f9b-318fed481842,83 |
| Auto-updates | No | No |
| Deprecated | Yes | No |
| GitHub Stars | 25 | — |
| GitHub Forks | 7 | — |
| Open Issues | 8 | — |
| License | GPL-2.0 | — |
| Language | Rust | — |
| Last GitHub Commit | 3y ago | — |
| First Seen | Jan 3, 2023 | Aug 9, 2023 |
Reviews
OpenRGB
OpenRGB is an open-source tool for controlling RGB lighting without manufacturer software, offering cross-platform support and customization for users with RGB hardware.
Controls RGB lighting devices using an open-source client library.
Pros
- + Open-source and manufacturer-independent
- + Cross-platform support
- + Free to use
Cons
- - No auto-updates
- - Some compilation/runtime issues
Philips Hue Sync
Philips Hue Sync lets users control their smart lighting system for enhanced entertainment experiences. It offers features like syncing lights with media and adjusting settings, benefiting entertainment enthusiasts and gamers.
Controls Philips Hue smart lights, including syncing with media.
Pros
- + Controls Hue lights effectively
- + Syncs with media for immersive experiences
- + Good integration with Hue ecosystem
Cons
- - No auto-updates
- - Limited community support