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Surge vs Wireshark
Side-by-side comparison for macOS
Surge
7.0Network toolbox
Wireshark
9.0Network protocol analyzer
| Metric | Surge | Wireshark |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Utilities | Developer Tools |
| AI Score | 7.0 | 9.0 |
| 30-day Installs | 173 | 4.2K |
| 90-day Installs | 468 | 12.5K |
| 365-day Installs | 2.4K | 54.3K |
| Version | 6.8.1,12030,69f4be88db9663476f31a6b264109f0b | 4.6.8 |
| Auto-updates | Yes | Yes |
| Deprecated | No | No |
| GitHub Stars | 2.9K | 9.1K |
| GitHub Forks | 197 | 2.1K |
| Open Issues | - | 2 |
| License | GPL-3.0 | GPL-2.0 |
| Language | — | C |
| Last GitHub Commit | 5mo ago | 5mo ago |
| First Seen | Aug 26, 2016 | Aug 14, 2013 |
Reviews
Surge
Surge is a network management tool offering cross-platform support for iOS and macOS, beneficial for users needing advanced network configuration.
Surge is a network management tool that allows users to configure network rules and settings across multiple platforms.
Pros
- + Active updates and maintenance
- + Open-source under GPL-3.0
- + Cross-platform support
Cons
- - Niche use case
- - Potential configuration issues
Wireshark
Wireshark is a powerful network protocol analyzer used for debugging and analyzing network traffic. It supports a wide range of protocols and offers both graphical and command-line interfaces, making it a versatile tool for developers and network administrators.
Wireshark captures and analyzes network traffic in real-time, providing detailed insights into data packets and network behavior.
Pros
- + Open-source and free to use
- + Extensive protocol support and deep packet inspection
- + Active development and community support
- + User-friendly graphical interface
- + Cross-platform compatibility
- + Real-time network monitoring
- + Scripting and automation capabilities
Cons
- - Steep learning curve for new users
- - Can be resource-intensive for large captures