QtPass vs Multipass
Side-by-side comparison for macOS
QtPass
7.0Multi-platform GUI for pass, the standard unix password manager
Multipass
8.0Orchestrates virtual Ubuntu instances
| Metric | QtPass | Multipass |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Security & Privacy | Developer Tools |
| AI Score | 7.0 | 8.0 |
| 30-day Installs | 35 | 1.9K |
| 90-day Installs | 108 | 5.9K |
| 365-day Installs | 408 | 26.6K |
| Version | 1.7.0 | 1.16.2 |
| Auto-updates | No | No |
| Deprecated | Yes | No |
| GitHub Stars | 1.1K | 9.0K |
| GitHub Forks | 168 | 772 |
| Open Issues | 137 | 406 |
| License | NOASSERTION | GPL-3.0 |
| Language | C++ | C++ |
| Last GitHub Commit | 1mo ago | 1mo ago |
| First Seen | May 28, 2015 | Aug 9, 2023 |
Reviews
QtPass
QtPass is a multi-platform GUI for managing passwords using pass, a standard Unix password manager. It offers a user-friendly interface for securely storing and retrieving passwords, benefiting users who prefer a graphical approach to password management.
Provides a graphical user interface for managing passwords using the pass tool.
Pros
- + User-friendly graphical interface for password management
- + Cross-platform support
- + Integration with the widely-used pass tool
Cons
- - No auto-update feature
- - Some open issues and reported bugs
Multipass
Multipass is a powerful tool for developers, enabling the orchestration of virtual Ubuntu instances on macOS and other platforms. It simplifies the setup of development environments, offering a lightweight alternative to traditional virtualization solutions. Ideal for those working with Ubuntu-based workflows or cloud infrastructure.
Orchestrates virtual Ubuntu instances for development and testing.
Pros
- + Lightweight and efficient for Ubuntu VMs
- + Strong integration with tools like MAAS and LXD
- + Active community and regular updates
Cons
- - No auto-update feature
- - Previous firewall connectivity issues (now resolved)