Serial vs iTerm2
Side-by-side comparison for macOS
Serial
8.0Connect to almost anything with a serial port
iTerm2
8.5Terminal emulator as alternative to Apple's Terminal app
| Metric | Serial | iTerm2 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Developer Tools | Developer Tools |
| AI Score | 8.0 | 8.5 |
| 30-day Installs | 162 | 32.6K |
| 90-day Installs | 497 | 100.8K |
| 365-day Installs | 2.2K | 320.2K |
| Version | 2.0.18 | 3.6.10 |
| Auto-updates | Yes | Yes |
| Deprecated | No | No |
| GitHub Stars | 2.4K | 17.1K |
| GitHub Forks | 1.2K | 1.3K |
| Open Issues | 102 | 54 |
| License | MIT | GPL-2.0 |
| Language | C++ | Objective-C |
| Last GitHub Commit | 1y ago | 1mo ago |
| First Seen | Oct 9, 2015 | Mar 10, 2012 |
Reviews
Serial
Serial is a macOS application that enables developers and hardware enthusiasts to connect to devices via serial ports, offering cross-platform support and robust functionality for working with IoT and embedded systems.
Connects to devices using serial ports, facilitating communication for developers and hardware enthusiasts.
Pros
- + Cross-platform support for various devices
- + Actively maintained and updated
- + Robust functionality for serial communication
Cons
- - Limited community discussion
- - Few recent mentions or updates beyond core functionality
iTerm2
iTerm2 is a highly customizable and powerful terminal emulator for macOS, offering features like split panes, hotkeys, and integration with macOS utilities. It's favored by developers and power users for its advanced customization options and performance.
iTerm2 provides a terminal emulation environment with enhanced features compared to Apple's built-in Terminal app.
Pros
- + Highly customizable interface
- + Advanced features including split panes and hotkeys
- + Regular updates and active development
Cons
- - Steep learning curve for new users
- - Occasional security vulnerabilities, though promptly addressed