SFM vs ShadowsocksX
Side-by-side comparison for macOS
SFM
7.5Standalone client for sing-box, the universal proxy platform
ShadowsocksX
6.5Removed according to regulations
| Metric | SFM | ShadowsocksX |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Utilities | Security & Privacy |
| AI Score | 7.5 | 6.5 |
| 30-day Installs | 541 | 22 |
| 90-day Installs | 1.6K | 83 |
| 365-day Installs | 6.1K | 278 |
| Version | 1.13.11 | 2.6.3 |
| Auto-updates | No | No |
| Deprecated | No | No |
| GitHub Stars | 31.3K | 8.2K |
| GitHub Forks | 3.7K | 3.4K |
| Open Issues | 172 | 178 |
| License | NOASSERTION | — |
| Language | Go | Objective-C |
| Last GitHub Commit | 1mo ago | 4y ago |
| First Seen | Aug 9, 2023 | Mar 19, 2014 |
Reviews
SFM
SFM is a standalone client for sing-box, offering a universal proxy solution. It supports various proxy protocols, making it versatile for users needing secure and flexible internet access. Ideal for those managing complex network configurations.
SFM provides a graphical interface for managing sing-box, enabling users to configure and monitor proxy connections.
Pros
- + Versatile proxy management capabilities
- + Active development and community support
- + Cross-platform compatibility
Cons
- - No auto-update feature
- - Moderate user base compared to other tools
ShadowsocksX
ShadowsocksX is a macOS implementation of the Shadowsocks protocol, providing a SOCKS5 proxy server for bypassing internet restrictions. It offers open-source transparency and a mature codebase, benefiting users seeking privacy and circumvention tools.
Creates a SOCKS5 proxy server for bypassing internet restrictions.
Pros
- + Open-source with a transparent implementation.
- + Mature codebase with extensive community contributions.
- + Integrates well with Homebrew for easy installation.
Cons
- - No auto-update functionality.
- - Lack of official support and recent development activity.