RoaringApps vs Hot
Side-by-side comparison for macOS
RoaringApps
5.0Show installed app compatibility information
Hot
8.0Menu bar application that displays the CPU speed limit due to thermal issues
| Metric | RoaringApps | Hot |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Utilities | Utilities |
| AI Score | 5.0 | 8.0 |
| 30-day Installs | 2 | 603 |
| 90-day Installs | 5 | 1.6K |
| 365-day Installs | 28 | 5.4K |
| Version | 1.8.0 | 1.9.4 |
| Auto-updates | No | Yes |
| Deprecated | No | No |
| GitHub Stars | 2 | 2.9K |
| GitHub Forks | - | 109 |
| Open Issues | 3 | 28 |
| License | — | MIT |
| Language | — | Swift |
| Last GitHub Commit | 12y ago | 1y ago |
| First Seen | Oct 4, 2019 | Aug 9, 2023 |
Reviews
RoaringApps
RoaringApps provides crowd-sourced compatibility information for macOS and iOS apps, helping users understand which apps work with their OS versions. It aggregates user-reported data on feature support and system compatibility, making it a unique resource for those concerned about app functionality across OS updates.
Displays compatibility and feature support information for installed macOS and iOS applications based on crowd-sourced data.
Pros
- + Unique crowd-sourced compatibility information for macOS and iOS apps
- + Focus on feature support and OS version compatibility
- + Free to use with no cost
Cons
- - Outdated information due to lack of recent updates
- - No auto-update functionality to keep data current
Hot
Hot is a unique menu bar application that monitors and alerts users about CPU thermal throttling, helping prevent performance issues and potential hardware damage. It provides real-time insights into CPU speed limits due to thermal constraints, making it ideal for users concerned about system performance under stress.
Hot displays the CPU speed limit caused by thermal issues in the menu bar.
Pros
- + Provides real-time monitoring of CPU thermal throttling
- + Alerts users to potential performance issues
- + Lightweight and integrates seamlessly with macOS menu bar
Cons
- - Occasional inaccuracies in temperature readings
- - Some open issues remain unresolved