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Printopia vs PlayCover
Side-by-side comparison for macOS
Printopia
7.0AirPrint to any printer
PlayCover
8.0Sideload iOS apps and games
| Metric | Printopia | PlayCover |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Utilities | Utilities |
| AI Score | 7.0 | 8.0 |
| 30-day Installs | 10 | 400 |
| 90-day Installs | 27 | 1.2K |
| 365-day Installs | 91 | 3.4K |
| Version | 3.0.23 | 3.1.0 |
| Auto-updates | No | Yes |
| Deprecated | No | No |
| GitHub Stars | 1 | 10.9K |
| GitHub Forks | - | 897 |
| Open Issues | - | 510 |
| License | — | GPL-3.0 |
| Language | Java | Swift |
| Last GitHub Commit | 2y ago | 1mo ago |
| First Seen | Sep 10, 2016 | Aug 15, 2022 |
Reviews
Printopia
Printopia extends AirPrint functionality, enabling users to print to any printer using standard protocols. It supports a wide range of printers and offers print queue management.
Converts AirPrint requests to standard printing protocols for broader compatibility.
Pros
- + Cross-platform support
- + Broad printer compatibility
- + Seamless macOS integration
Cons
- - Low GitHub activity
- - No auto-update feature
PlayCover
PlayCover is a community-driven macOS app that enables users to sideload and run iOS apps and games on their Mac. It's particularly useful for gamers and developers who want to test or play iOS content without an iPhone. The app supports Apple Silicon Macs and offers controller functionality.
Runs iOS apps and games on macOS, primarily on Apple Silicon Macs, with support for game controllers.
Pros
- + Open-source and community-driven, fostering continuous improvement.
- + Active development and responsive issue resolution.
- + Supports Apple Silicon Macs and game controllers.
- + Frequent updates keep the app current and functional.
Cons
- - Occasional stability issues, especially with certain apps and macOS versions.
- - Requires technical proficiency for setup and troubleshooting.