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otx vs Hex Fiend
Side-by-side comparison for macOS
otx
5.0Mach-O disassembler
Hex Fiend
8.0Hex editor focussing on speed
| Metric | otx | Hex Fiend |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Developer Tools | Developer Tools |
| AI Score | 5.0 | 8.0 |
| 30-day Installs | 4 | 321 |
| 90-day Installs | 12 | 1.0K |
| 365-day Installs | 78 | 4.6K |
| Version | 1.7,b566 | 2.18.1 |
| Auto-updates | Yes | Yes |
| Deprecated | Yes | No |
| GitHub Stars | 198 | 5.8K |
| GitHub Forks | 31 | 449 |
| Open Issues | 1 | 71 |
| License | — | BSD-2-Clause |
| Language | Objective-C | Objective-C |
| Last GitHub Commit | 10y ago | 10mo ago |
| First Seen | Apr 22, 2016 | Aug 9, 2023 |
Reviews
otx
otx is a specialized Mach-O disassembler for macOS and iOS developers, offering 64-bit and Xcode 6 compatibility. It aids in reverse engineering and security analysis, though its inactive development and niche use limit its adoption.
Disassembles Mach-O binary files for analysis and reverse engineering.
Pros
- + Dedicated tool for analyzing Mach-O files
- + Supports 64-bit and Xcode 6 compatibility
- + Includes a graphical user interface for accessibility
Cons
- - Inactive development since 2016
- - Unknown license complicates usage
Hex Fiend
Hex Fiend is a high-speed hex editor designed for developers and system administrators who need fast and reliable binary file editing. Its focus on performance and open-source nature make it a favorite for those working with binary data. Developers benefit from its speed and customization options.
Hex Fiend is a high-speed hex editor for editing binary files.
Pros
- + High-speed performance for binary file editing
- + Open-source with a large and active community
- + Customizable with support for plugins and themes
Cons
- - Lacks some modern UI features compared to newer editors
- - Steep learning curve for new users