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SwiftDefaultApps vs SwitchHosts
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SwiftDefaultApps
7.0Replacement for RCDefaultApps, written in Swift
SwitchHosts
7.5App to switch hosts
| Metric | SwiftDefaultApps | SwitchHosts |
|---|---|---|
| Category | System Tools | System Tools |
| AI Score | 7.0 | 7.5 |
| 30-day Installs | 215 | 315 |
| 90-day Installs | 627 | 814 |
| 365-day Installs | 2.2K | 2.9K |
| Version | 2.0.1 | 4.2.0.6119 |
| Auto-updates | No | No |
| Deprecated | No | No |
| GitHub Stars | 1.7K | 26.3K |
| GitHub Forks | 68 | 2.6K |
| Open Issues | 63 | 408 |
| License | NOASSERTION | Apache-2.0 |
| Language | Swift | TypeScript |
| Last GitHub Commit | 2y ago | 2mo ago |
| First Seen | Aug 9, 2023 | Mar 13, 2017 |
Reviews
SwiftDefaultApps
SwiftDefaultApps is a modern Swift-based tool for managing default applications, offering a streamlined alternative to RCDefaultApps with support for file types and URL schemes.
SwiftDefaultApps allows users to set default applications for file types and URL schemes, enhancing system customization.
Pros
- + Modern Swift implementation
- + Active development on GitHub
- + Enhanced customization options
Cons
- - No auto-update feature
- - 63 open issues may indicate unresolved bugs
SwitchHosts
SwitchHosts is a powerful tool for developers and network administrators to quickly switch between different host configurations. It offers cross-platform support and a user-friendly interface for managing hosts files efficiently.
SwitchHosts allows users to switch between different host configurations quickly and manage their hosts files effectively.
Pros
- + Quick and efficient host switching
- + Cross-platform support with active development
- + Large community and GitHub star count
Cons
- - No auto-update feature
- - Some open issues regarding permissions