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SimSim vs OpenInTerminal

Side-by-side comparison for macOS

SimSim

7.0
Developer Tools

Tool to explore iOS application folders in Terminal or Finder

OpenInTerminal

7.5
Developer Tools

Finder Toolbar app to open the current directory in Terminal or Editor

Metric SimSim OpenInTerminal
Category Developer Tools Developer Tools
AI Score 7.0 7.5
30-day Installs 3 497
90-day Installs 19 1.4K
365-day Installs 121 4.8K
Version 1.4.6 2.3.8
Auto-updates No No
Deprecated Yes No
GitHub Stars 1.5K 6.7K
GitHub Forks 94 278
Open Issues 5 40
License MIT MIT
Language Swift Swift
Last GitHub Commit 3y ago 1y ago
First Seen Aug 9, 2023 Aug 7, 2023

Reviews

SimSim

SimSim is a unique tool for exploring iOS application folders directly from your Mac, offering developers and iOS enthusiasts a fast and stable alternative to other solutions. It integrates seamlessly with Terminal and Finder, making it a valuable utility for those who need direct access to iOS app contents.

SimSim allows users to explore and manage iOS application folders within macOS Terminal or Finder.

Pros

  • + Free and open-source under MIT license
  • + Seamless integration with Terminal and Finder
  • + Stable and fast performance

Cons

  • - No auto-updates, which may lead to compatibility issues
  • - Limited community engagement and discussion

OpenInTerminal

OpenInTerminal is a Finder Toolbar app that allows users to open the current directory in Terminal, iTerm, Hyper, or Alacritty. It's a handy tool for developers and power users who frequently switch between Finder and their terminal. The app is open-source and supports multiple terminal applications.

Enables users to open the current Finder directory in Terminal or other terminal emulators directly from the Finder toolbar.

Pros

  • + Integrates seamlessly with Finder for quick access to terminal applications.
  • + Supports multiple terminal applications, including Terminal, iTerm, Hyper, and Alacritty.
  • + Open-source with a MIT license, promoting transparency and community contributions.

Cons

  • - No auto-update feature, requiring manual checks for updates.
  • - Ongoing issues with stability and compatibility with newer macOS versions.