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OsiriX DICOM QuickLook vs Horos

Side-by-side comparison for macOS

OsiriX DICOM QuickLook

6.0
Utilities

Quick Look plugin for OsiriX DICOM files

Horos

6.0
Science

Medical image viewer

Metric OsiriX DICOM QuickLook Horos
Category Utilities Science
AI Score 6.0 6.0
30-day Installs - 241
90-day Installs - 612
365-day Installs 55 1.7K
Version 6.0 4.0.1
Auto-updates No No
Deprecated Yes No
GitHub Stars 586
GitHub Forks 158
Open Issues 524
License NOASSERTION
Language C++
Last GitHub Commit 2mo ago
First Seen Aug 7, 2023 Jul 16, 2015

Reviews

OsiriX DICOM QuickLook

OsiriX DICOM QuickLook is a niche tool that enables quick preview of DICOM medical imaging files directly from macOS Finder. It integrates seamlessly with OsiriX, providing healthcare professionals with a convenient way to view medical images without launching the full application.

Enables preview of DICOM files using macOS Quick Look functionality.

Pros

  • + Quick and efficient DICOM file preview without launching OsiriX.
  • + Integration with OsiriX enhances workflow for medical professionals.
  • + Niche but valuable tool for specific user groups.

Cons

  • - No auto-updates, which may lead to outdated features or security concerns.
  • - Low usage indicated by zero installs in the last 30 days.

Horos

Horos is a free, open-source medical image viewer designed for macOS, offering support for DICOM and JPEG 2000 formats. It benefits medical professionals by providing a robust tool for viewing and analyzing medical images, integrated with other medical imaging libraries.

Horos allows users to view and analyze medical images, including DICOM and JPEG 2000 formats.

Pros

  • + Free and open-source under LGPL-3.0 license
  • + Supports DICOM and fast JPEG 2000 image viewing
  • + Integration with other medical imaging tools and libraries

Cons

  • - Name may cause confusion with astrology-related apps
  • - High number of open issues on GitHub