Secretive vs Git Credential Manager
Side-by-side comparison for macOS
Secretive
8.5Store SSH keys in the Secure Enclave
Git Credential Manager
8.0Cross-platform Git credential storage for multiple hosting providers
| Metric | Secretive | Git Credential Manager |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Security & Privacy | Developer Tools |
| AI Score | 8.5 | 8.0 |
| 30-day Installs | 413 | 28.2K |
| 90-day Installs | 1.2K | 86.7K |
| 365-day Installs | 3.9K | 539.6K |
| Version | 3.0.4 | 2.7.3 |
| Auto-updates | No | No |
| Deprecated | No | No |
| GitHub Stars | 8.2K | 8.6K |
| GitHub Forks | 192 | 2.7K |
| Open Issues | 160 | 157 |
| License | MIT | NOASSERTION |
| Language | Swift | C# |
| Last GitHub Commit | 1mo ago | 1mo ago |
| First Seen | Jun 10, 2020 | Aug 8, 2023 |
Reviews
Secretive
Secretive securely stores SSH keys in your Mac's Secure Enclave, offering an extra layer of protection for developers and security-conscious users. It integrates seamlessly with macOS, ensuring your keys are protected by hardware-level security.
Stores SSH keys in the Mac's Secure Enclave for enhanced security.
Pros
- + Secure storage using the Secure Enclave
- + Seamless integration with macOS
- + Open-source with active community support
Cons
- - No auto-update feature
- - Some open issues that need addressing
Git Credential Manager
Git Credential Manager securely stores and manages Git credentials across multiple platforms, supporting popular hosting providers like GitHub and Azure. It simplifies authentication for developers, ensuring seamless and secure access to repositories. Ideal for developers working with Git.
Manages Git credentials securely across different platforms and hosting providers.
Pros
- + Cross-platform support for seamless credential management
- + Secure storage of sensitive Git credentials
- + Integration with major Git hosting providers
Cons
- - No auto-update feature available
- - Developed in C#, which may not be preferred by all users