QLAddict vs Folder Preview Pro
Side-by-side comparison for macOS
QLAddict
6.0Quick Look plugin for subtitle (.srt) files
Folder Preview Pro
8.0Quick Look extension for folders
| Metric | QLAddict | Folder Preview Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Utilities | Utilities |
| AI Score | 6.0 | 8.0 |
| 30-day Installs | 8 | 128 |
| 90-day Installs | 24 | 251 |
| 365-day Installs | 177 | 625 |
| Version | 1.3.0 | 2.10 |
| Auto-updates | No | Yes |
| Deprecated | Yes | No |
| GitHub Stars | 162 | 1 |
| GitHub Forks | 8 | - |
| Open Issues | 8 | - |
| License | GPL-3.0 | — |
| Language | Objective-C | — |
| Last GitHub Commit | 3y ago | 3mo ago |
| First Seen | Apr 19, 2017 | Sep 22, 2025 |
Reviews
QLAddict
QLAddict is a Quick Look plugin for viewing .srt subtitle files directly in Finder, offering a convenient way to preview subtitles without opening additional apps. It's particularly useful for media editors and subtitle creators who work frequently with subtitle files.
QLAddict allows users to preview .srt subtitle files using macOS's Quick Look feature.
Pros
- + Free and open-source plugin
- + Convenient subtitle preview integration with macOS
- + Lightweight and efficient for specific workflows
Cons
- - Compatibility issues with certain macOS versions
- - Some .srt files may not display correctly
Folder Preview Pro
Folder Preview Pro enhances macOS by enabling Quick Look previews for folders, displaying contents with actions and thumbnails. Ideal for users managing files frequently, it offers a seamless way to preview and interact with folders directly from Finder.
Enables Quick Look previews for folders, showing contents with actions and thumbnails.
Pros
- + Quick folder preview functionality
- + Actions and thumbnails for enhanced interaction
- + Auto-update feature for seamless updates
- + One-time purchase model with lifetime updates
Cons
- - Limited GitHub activity and transparency
- - Unknown license and development language