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SecuritySpy vs OverSight

Side-by-side comparison for macOS

SecuritySpy

7.0
Security & Privacy

Multi-camera CCTV software

OverSight

7.0
Security & Privacy

Monitors computer mic and webcam

Metric SecuritySpy OverSight
Category Security & Privacy Security & Privacy
AI Score 7.0 7.0
30-day Installs 8 169
90-day Installs 28 492
365-day Installs 102 1.6K
Version 6.19 2.4.0
Auto-updates No No
Deprecated No No
GitHub Stars 39 645
GitHub Forks 15 51
Open Issues 8 39
License MIT GPL-3.0
Language Python Objective-C
Last GitHub Commit 1y ago 1y ago
First Seen Feb 7, 2018 Oct 15, 2016

Reviews

SecuritySpy

SecuritySpy is a powerful multi-camera CCTV software designed for monitoring and managing multiple security cameras. It offers features like motion detection and integration with smart home systems, making it ideal for users seeking a reliable surveillance solution.

Monitors and manages multiple CCTV cameras for security purposes.

Pros

  • + Supports multiple cameras for comprehensive surveillance
  • + Integrates with smart home systems for enhanced functionality
  • + Active development with recent updates

Cons

  • - No auto-update feature
  • - Low installation numbers indicating niche usage

OverSight

OverSight is a privacy-focused macOS app that monitors microphone and webcam usage, alerting users in real-time. It benefits privacy-conscious individuals and those concerned about unauthorized hardware access.

Monitors the internal microphone and webcam, alerting users when they are accessed.

Pros

  • + Privacy-focused monitoring of microphone and webcam usage
  • + Real-time alerts for unauthorized access
  • + Open-source with active development

Cons

  • - No auto-update feature
  • - Some open issues regarding functionality and performance