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OverSight vs cpuinfo
Side-by-side comparison for macOS
OverSight
7.0Monitors computer mic and webcam
cpuinfo
7.0CPU meter menu bar app
| Metric | OverSight | cpuinfo |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Security & Privacy | System Tools |
| AI Score | 7.0 | 7.0 |
| 30-day Installs | 232 | 20 |
| 90-day Installs | 550 | 60 |
| 365-day Installs | 1.8K | 358 |
| Version | 2.4.0 | 1.7.0 |
| Auto-updates | No | No |
| Deprecated | No | No |
| GitHub Stars | 645 | 108 |
| GitHub Forks | 51 | 8 |
| Open Issues | 39 | 5 |
| License | GPL-3.0 | — |
| Language | Objective-C | Objective-C++ |
| Last GitHub Commit | 1y ago | 4y ago |
| First Seen | Oct 15, 2016 | Dec 9, 2016 |
Reviews
OverSight
OverSight is a privacy-focused macOS app that monitors microphone and webcam usage, alerting users in real-time. It benefits privacy-conscious individuals and those concerned about unauthorized hardware access.
Monitors the internal microphone and webcam, alerting users when they are accessed.
Pros
- + Privacy-focused monitoring of microphone and webcam usage
- + Real-time alerts for unauthorized access
- + Open-source with active development
Cons
- - No auto-update feature
- - Some open issues regarding functionality and performance
cpuinfo
CPUInfo is a lightweight macOS menu bar app that provides real-time CPU usage monitoring, ideal for users needing quick access to system performance metrics. It offers a simple interface for tracking CPU activity and is open-source, appealing to developers and sysadmins.
Monitors and displays CPU usage statistics in the menu bar.
Pros
- + Lightweight and efficient for real-time monitoring
- + Open-source, enhancing transparency and customization
- + Targeted towards macOS users with specific needs
Cons
- - Lack of auto-updates may pose security risks
- - Compatibility issues with newer macOS versions