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Plover vs CotEditor
Side-by-side comparison for macOS
Plover
8.0Stenotype engine
CotEditor
8.0Plain-text editor for web pages, program source codes and more
| Metric | Plover | CotEditor |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Productivity | Developer Tools |
| AI Score | 8.0 | 8.0 |
| 30-day Installs | 22 | 2.1K |
| 90-day Installs | 56 | 5.1K |
| 365-day Installs | 201 | 14.7K |
| Version | 5.3.0 | 7.0.2 |
| Auto-updates | No | Yes |
| Deprecated | No | No |
| GitHub Stars | 2.5K | 7.7K |
| GitHub Forks | 304 | 477 |
| Open Issues | 125 | 20 |
| License | GPL-2.0 | NOASSERTION |
| Language | Python | Swift |
| Last GitHub Commit | 1mo ago | 1mo ago |
| First Seen | Apr 27, 2014 | Aug 9, 2023 |
Reviews
Plover
Plover is a stenotype engine that offers high-speed text input through steno theory, ideal for transcriptionists, stenographers, and those seeking efficient text entry methods.
Plover converts stenographic input into text, enabling users to type at speeds up to 240 WPM.
Pros
- + Open-source and highly customizable
- + Supports high-speed text entry
- + Active and engaged community
Cons
- - Compatibility issues on some Linux distributions
- - Steep learning curve for steno theory
CotEditor
CotEditor is a sleek, lightweight plain-text editor for macOS, perfect for web developers and coders. It offers syntax highlighting, auto-completion, and integrates with Git, making it a favorite among developers.
CotEditor is a powerful text editor designed for editing web pages, source codes, and other plain-text documents.
Pros
- + Lightweight and fast performance
- + Rich feature set including syntax highlighting and Git integration
- + Regular updates and active maintenance
Cons
- - No built-in code folding
- - Some feature requests are not prioritized