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SmoothScroll vs LinearMouse
Side-by-side comparison for macOS
SmoothScroll
6.0Smooth mouse scrolling utility
LinearMouse
7.0Customise mouse behavior
| Metric | SmoothScroll | LinearMouse |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Utilities | Utilities |
| AI Score | 6.0 | 7.0 |
| 30-day Installs | 13 | 5.6K |
| 90-day Installs | 39 | 11.5K |
| 365-day Installs | 235 | 28.0K |
| Version | 1.7.6 | 0.11.1 |
| Auto-updates | No | Yes |
| Deprecated | No | No |
| GitHub Stars | 539 | - |
| GitHub Forks | 126 | - |
| Open Issues | 20 | - |
| License | MIT | — |
| Language | HTML | Go |
| Last GitHub Commit | 7y ago | 3y ago |
| First Seen | Jul 28, 2018 | Aug 9, 2023 |
Reviews
SmoothScroll
SmoothScroll enhances mouse scrolling with a smooth, ease-in-out effect, ideal for users seeking a polished scrolling experience without additional features.
Enables smooth scrolling with an ease-in-out effect for a more polished experience.
Pros
- + Lightweight and efficient
- + Smooth scrolling with ease-in-out effect
- + MIT license for open-source use
Cons
- - No auto-update functionality
- - Low recent installs
- - Inactive development
LinearMouse
LinearMouse is a minimal app that removes scrolling acceleration on macOS, offering precise control over mouse behavior. It's ideal for users who prefer a more predictable scrolling experience.
LinearMouse removes scrolling acceleration and allows customization of mouse behavior for precise control.
Pros
- + Minimal and focused approach to solving scrolling issues
- + Addresses a common user pain point effectively
- + Auto-updates keep the app current
Cons
- - Limited GitHub activity raises concerns about future development
- - Unknown license may be a concern for some users