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PDF-Images vs NAPS2

Side-by-side comparison for macOS

PDF-Images

5.0
Developer Tools

NAPS2

8.0
Productivity

Document scanning application

Metric PDF-Images NAPS2
Category Developer Tools Productivity
AI Score 5.0 8.0
30-day Installs 24 172
90-day Installs 83 424
365-day Installs 543 1.3K
Version 1.1 8.2.1
Auto-updates No No
Deprecated Yes No
GitHub Stars 21 4.0K
GitHub Forks 4 402
Open Issues 1 223
License NOASSERTION
Language C++ C#
Last GitHub Commit 7y ago 6mo ago
First Seen Jun 3, 2016 May 25, 2024

Reviews

PDF-Images

PDF-Images is a macOS command-line tool designed to extract images from PDF files. It offers a straightforward solution for users needing to retrieve embedded images, particularly beneficial for developers and designers working with PDFs.

Extracts and saves images from PDF files.

Pros

  • + Command-line interface allows for easy automation and scripting.
  • + Free and open-source, providing transparency and flexibility.
  • + Specifically designed for macOS, ensuring compatibility with the operating system.

Cons

  • - No graphical user interface, which may limit accessibility for non-technical users.
  • - Lack of recent updates raises concerns about compatibility with newer macOS versions.

NAPS2

NAPS2 is a free, open-source document scanning application that offers a simple and efficient way to convert physical documents into PDFs. It supports OCR, batch scanning, and customizable output options, making it ideal for users who need reliable document conversion tools.

NAPS2 scans documents and converts them into searchable PDFs with OCR support.

Pros

  • + Free and open-source
  • + Cross-platform support including macOS and Linux
  • + User-friendly interface with customizable scanning options

Cons

  • - OCR functionality has had issues in recent versions
  • - No auto-update feature