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Secure Pipes vs LuLu
Side-by-side comparison for macOS
Secure Pipes
6.0Manage SSH tunnels
LuLu
7.0Open-source firewall to block unknown outgoing connections
| Metric | Secure Pipes | LuLu |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Security & Privacy | Security & Privacy |
| AI Score | 6.0 | 7.0 |
| 30-day Installs | 7 | 1.6K |
| 90-day Installs | 23 | 5.1K |
| 365-day Installs | 128 | 13.9K |
| Version | 0.99.11,c67223c50be3604 | 4.3.2 |
| Auto-updates | No | No |
| Deprecated | Yes | No |
| GitHub Stars | 2 | 12.1K |
| GitHub Forks | 1 | 547 |
| Open Issues | - | 478 |
| License | MIT | GPL-3.0 |
| Language | Objective-C | Objective-C |
| Last GitHub Commit | 2y ago | 2mo ago |
| First Seen | Aug 9, 2023 | Sep 19, 2017 |
Reviews
Secure Pipes
Secure Pipes simplifies SSH tunnel management, offering a user-friendly interface for developers and system administrators to securely connect to remote servers.
Secure Pipes helps users create and manage SSH tunnels for secure network connections.
Pros
- + Lightweight and easy to use
- + Open-source with MIT license
- + Supports secure network connections
Cons
- - No auto-update feature
- - Limited community support
LuLu
LuLu is a free, open-source macOS firewall designed to block unknown outgoing connections, providing users with control over their network traffic. It is a popular alternative to paid firewall solutions like Little Snitch, offering transparency and customization for security-conscious users.
Blocks unknown outgoing network connections on macOS to enhance privacy and security.
Pros
- + Free and open-source with a strong community backing.
- + Effective for monitoring and blocking unknown outgoing connections.
- + Customizable rules for network traffic control.
Cons
- - Lacks auto-updates, potentially leaving users with outdated software.
- - Known compatibility issues with macOS Big Sur and newer versions.