Retroactive vs Latest
Side-by-side comparison for macOS
Retroactive
6.0Run Apple apps on incompatible OS versions
Latest
8.0Utility that shows the latest app updates
| Metric | Retroactive | Latest |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Utilities | Utilities |
| AI Score | 6.0 | 8.0 |
| 30-day Installs | 10 | 570 |
| 90-day Installs | 20 | 1.8K |
| 365-day Installs | 86 | 8.0K |
| Version | 2.1 | 0.11 |
| Auto-updates | No | Yes |
| Deprecated | Yes | No |
| GitHub Stars | 2.3K | 4.5K |
| GitHub Forks | 130 | 129 |
| Open Issues | - | 126 |
| License | — | GPL-3.0 |
| Language | Swift | Swift |
| Last GitHub Commit | 1y ago | 2mo ago |
| First Seen | Nov 2, 2020 | Sep 16, 2018 |
Reviews
Retroactive
Retroactive allows users to run older Apple applications like Aperture, iPhoto, and iTunes on newer macOS versions where they would otherwise not function. It is particularly useful for users who rely on legacy software that Apple no longer supports natively.
Enables the execution of Apple apps on macOS versions they were not originally designed for.
Pros
- + Works with older versions of Apple apps that are no longer supported
- + Supports multiple macOS versions
- + Free and open-source
Cons
- - Discontinued, with no active development
- - No auto-update feature
- - Low recent installs
Latest
Latest is a utility app for macOS that keeps track of updates for your installed apps, including those from the Mac App Store, browsers, and system utilities. It provides a centralized way to monitor and manage updates, making it ideal for users who want to stay current with the latest software versions.
Monitors and alerts users about updates for installed applications across various platforms.
Pros
- + Monitors updates across multiple platforms, including the Mac App Store and browsers
- + Automatically updates to keep the app current
- + Open-source with a strong community base
Cons
- - Some users report issues with App Store updates on specific macOS versions
- - False positives for updates may occur