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SimpleTex vs Snipaste
Side-by-side comparison for macOS
SimpleTex
5.0Formula snipping and recognition app
Snipaste
7.0Snip or pin screenshots
| Metric | SimpleTex | Snipaste |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Education | Utilities |
| AI Score | 5.0 | 7.0 |
| 30-day Installs | 13 | 727 |
| 90-day Installs | 21 | 1.9K |
| 365-day Installs | 90 | 6.2K |
| Version | 0.2.11 | 2.11.3 |
| Auto-updates | Yes | Yes |
| Deprecated | No | No |
| GitHub Stars | 25 | 85 |
| GitHub Forks | - | 31 |
| Open Issues | - | 2 |
| License | GPL-3.0 | — |
| Language | Python | — |
| Last GitHub Commit | 7y ago | 1mo ago |
| First Seen | May 16, 2024 | Dec 10, 2017 |
Reviews
SimpleTex
SimpleTex is a niche app for capturing and converting mathematical formulas into LaTeX, catering to students and professionals in STEM fields. It offers free, open-source formula recognition with limited community support.
Captures mathematical formulas and converts them into LaTeX code.
Pros
- + Free and open-source under GPL-3.0.
- + Helpful for LaTeX users needing formula conversion.
- + Supports mathematical expression recognition.
Cons
- - Sparse community support and low usage metrics.
- - Inactive development with no recent commits.
Snipaste
Snipaste is a lightweight screenshot tool that allows users to capture and pin images directly on their desktop. It's ideal for quick captures, annotations, and sharing, making it a useful tool for anyone needing efficient screenshot management.
Snipaste captures and pins screenshots on the desktop for quick access and sharing.
Pros
- + Lightweight and efficient for screenshot tasks
- + Seamlessly integrates with macOS interface
- + Auto-updates ensure the latest features and fixes
Cons
- - Limited community engagement and discussions
- - Unclear licensing and language details