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SimpleTex vs TRex
Side-by-side comparison for macOS
SimpleTex
5.0Formula snipping and recognition app
TRex
7.0Easy to use text extraction tool
| Metric | SimpleTex | TRex |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Education | Productivity |
| AI Score | 5.0 | 7.0 |
| 30-day Installs | 13 | 158 |
| 90-day Installs | 21 | 688 |
| 365-day Installs | 90 | 1.8K |
| Version | 0.2.11 | 2.0.0 |
| Auto-updates | Yes | No |
| Deprecated | No | No |
| GitHub Stars | 25 | 1.7K |
| GitHub Forks | - | 55 |
| Open Issues | - | 4 |
| License | GPL-3.0 | MIT |
| Language | Python | Swift |
| Last GitHub Commit | 7y ago | 2mo ago |
| First Seen | May 16, 2024 | Feb 7, 2022 |
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.
TRex
TRex is a user-friendly macOS app designed for efficient text extraction. It stands out with its simplicity and effectiveness, making it ideal for anyone needing quick text capture from the screen.
TRex allows users to easily extract and copy text from any part of their screen.
Pros
- + User-friendly interface
- + Active development and maintenance
- + MIT license for open-source flexibility
Cons
- - Lack of auto-update feature
- - Potential naming confusion with other projects