QLCommonMark vs Markdown Preview
Side-by-side comparison for macOS
QLCommonMark
6.0Quick Look plugin for CommonMark and Markdown
Markdown Preview
7.0Markdown previewer with bundled Quick Look extension
| Metric | QLCommonMark | Markdown Preview |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Developer Tools | Developer Tools |
| AI Score | 6.0 | 7.0 |
| 30-day Installs | 4 | 901 |
| 90-day Installs | 13 | 2.0K |
| 365-day Installs | 124 | 2.0K |
| Version | 1.1 | 0.0.52 |
| Auto-updates | No | Yes |
| Deprecated | Yes | No |
| GitHub Stars | 49 | 1.1K |
| GitHub Forks | 3 | 56 |
| Open Issues | - | 6 |
| License | MIT | MIT |
| Language | C | Swift |
| Last GitHub Commit | 9y ago | 1mo ago |
| First Seen | Jul 24, 2017 | Jul 15, 2026 |
Reviews
QLCommonMark
QLCommonMark is a Quick Look plugin that renders CommonMark and Markdown files in macOS, offering a seamless preview experience for developers and writers. It supports a comprehensive Markdown spec and integrates well with macOS, though its last update was in 2017.
Renders CommonMark and Markdown files in macOS's Quick Look feature.
Pros
- + Integrates seamlessly with macOS Quick Look.
- + Supports CommonMark, handling complex documents.
- + Free and open-source under the MIT license.
Cons
- - No updates since 2017, potential compatibility issues.
- - Manual updates required as no auto-update feature.
Markdown Preview
Markdown Preview is a sleek macOS app for viewing Markdown files with a bundled Quick Look extension. Its integration with macOS and active development make it a useful tool for developers and writers who work with Markdown daily.
Preview Markdown files with a Quick Look extension and standalone viewer.
Pros
- + Quick Look extension integration for seamless previewing
- + Auto-updates ensure the app stays current
- + MIT license allows for open modification and distribution
Cons
- - Limited community discussion beyond GitHub
- - Some UI issues reported in older versions