QLNetcdf vs Folder Preview Pro
Side-by-side comparison for macOS
QLNetcdf
6.0Quick Look plugin for viewing NetCDF files
Folder Preview Pro
8.0Quick Look extension for folders
| Metric | QLNetcdf | Folder Preview Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Developer Tools | Utilities |
| AI Score | 6.0 | 8.0 |
| 30-day Installs | 1 | 127 |
| 90-day Installs | 4 | 254 |
| 365-day Installs | 46 | 629 |
| Version | 0.0.3 | 2.10 |
| Auto-updates | No | Yes |
| Deprecated | Yes | No |
| GitHub Stars | 13 | 1 |
| GitHub Forks | 5 | - |
| Open Issues | 2 | - |
| License | MIT | — |
| Language | C | — |
| Last GitHub Commit | 5y ago | 3mo ago |
| First Seen | Aug 9, 2023 | Sep 22, 2025 |
Reviews
QLNetcdf
QLNetcdf is a Quick Look plugin that enables users to preview NetCDF files directly from Finder. It's particularly useful for researchers and developers working with geospatial or scientific data, offering a convenient way to view file contents without opening external applications.
QLNetcdf allows users to preview NetCDF files using macOS's Quick Look feature.
Pros
- + Convenient preview of NetCDF files directly from Finder
- + Open-source and MIT licensed
- + Lightweight Quick Look plugin
Cons
- - Compatibility issues with newer macOS versions like Monterey
- - No auto-update feature
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