Sensible Side Buttons vs Mac Mouse Fix
Side-by-side comparison for macOS
Sensible Side Buttons
6.0Utilise mouse side navigation buttons
Mac Mouse Fix
7.0Mouse utility to add gesture functions and smooth scrolling to 3rd party mice
| Metric | Sensible Side Buttons | Mac Mouse Fix |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Utilities | Utilities |
| AI Score | 6.0 | 7.0 |
| 30-day Installs | 66 | 1.6K |
| 90-day Installs | 223 | 3.7K |
| 365-day Installs | 789 | 12.5K |
| Version | 1.0.6 | 3.0.8 |
| Auto-updates | No | Yes |
| Deprecated | No | No |
| GitHub Stars | 2.1K | 9.3K |
| GitHub Forks | 141 | 283 |
| Open Issues | 53 | 1.0K |
| License | GPL-2.0 | NOASSERTION |
| Language | C | Objective-C |
| Last GitHub Commit | 2y ago | 1mo ago |
| First Seen | Jul 20, 2017 | Mar 4, 2021 |
Reviews
Sensible Side Buttons
Sensible Side Buttons is a macOS app that enables system-wide navigation functionality for the side buttons on third-party mice, making it a must-have for users with such hardware.
Enables side buttons on third-party mice for navigation across macOS.
Pros
- + Fills a niche for users with third-party mice lacking native support.
- + System-wide functionality enhances navigation.
- + Customizable button mappings offer flexibility.
Cons
- - No auto-update feature.
- - Compatibility issues with newer macOS versions.
Mac Mouse Fix
Mac Mouse Fix enhances third-party mice with gesture support, smooth scrolling, and improved functionality, making affordable mice as capable as Apple's premium options. It's particularly beneficial for users with non-Apple mice who want advanced features without additional hardware costs.
Enhances third-party mice with gesture support, smooth scrolling, and advanced features.
Pros
- + Adds gesture support and smooth scrolling to non-Apple mice
- + Free and lightweight with no intrusive features
- + Actively developed with regular updates
Cons
- - Some users report issues with scrolling performance in certain apps
- - A malware impersonator has caused confusion in the community