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Shield vs BlockBlock
Side-by-side comparison for macOS
Shield
6.0App to protect against process injection
BlockBlock
8.0Monitors common persistence locations
| Metric | Shield | BlockBlock |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Security & Privacy | Security & Privacy |
| AI Score | 6.0 | 8.0 |
| 30-day Installs | 9 | 282 |
| 90-day Installs | 27 | 880 |
| 365-day Installs | 132 | 2.2K |
| Version | 1.2 | 2.4.4 |
| Auto-updates | No | No |
| Deprecated | No | No |
| GitHub Stars | 228 | 765 |
| GitHub Forks | 22 | 47 |
| Open Issues | 7 | 44 |
| License | NOASSERTION | GPL-3.0 |
| Language | Objective-C | Objective-C |
| Last GitHub Commit | 5y ago | 2mo ago |
| First Seen | Aug 9, 2023 | Sep 19, 2015 |
Reviews
Shield
Shield is a macOS security tool designed to protect against process injection and suspicious file links. It offers a niche yet important security feature, making it beneficial for users concerned about system integrity and security.
Protects against process injection and suspicious file links on macOS.
Pros
- + Dedicated security tool targeting process injection and suspicious links
- + Engaged developer with some issue resolution
- + Useful for users prioritizing system integrity
Cons
- - No auto-update feature
- - Low community traction and adoption
BlockBlock
BlockBlock uniquely monitors macOS persistence locations to alert users of unauthorized changes, offering a security layer for those concerned about unwanted background processes and login items.
Monitors common persistence locations on macOS to alert users when apps attempt to add persistent components.
Pros
- + Provides alerts on persistent component additions.
- + Monitors login and background items effectively.
- + Open-source with active development and community support.
Cons
- - Lacks auto-update functionality.
- - Historical issues, though resolved, suggest potential for future bugs.