Switchy vs MiddleClick
Side-by-side comparison for macOS
Switchy
8.0Switch Magic Keyboard, Trackpad and Mouse between Macs
MiddleClick
7.0Utility to extend trackpad functionality
| Metric | Switchy | MiddleClick |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Utilities | Utilities |
| AI Score | 8.0 | 7.0 |
| 30-day Installs | 34 | 649 |
| 90-day Installs | 35 | 2.2K |
| 365-day Installs | 35 | 10.3K |
| Version | 1.1.6,82 | 3.2.0 |
| Auto-updates | Yes | No |
| Deprecated | No | No |
| GitHub Stars | 306 | 2.5K |
| GitHub Forks | 41 | 116 |
| Open Issues | 3 | 34 |
| License | MIT | GPL-3.0 |
| Language | C | Swift |
| Last GitHub Commit | 2y ago | 9mo ago |
| First Seen | Aug 4, 2026 | Dec 13, 2013 |
Reviews
Switchy
Switchy enables seamless switching of Apple peripherals like Magic Keyboard, Trackpad, and Mouse between multiple Macs. Its key features include quick device switching and support for multiple devices. Ideal for users with multiple Mac setups.
Switchy allows users to switch Apple peripherals between Macs without physical disconnection.
Pros
- + Convenient peripheral switching without disconnection
- + Supports multiple Apple devices
- + Actively developed with recent updates
Cons
- - Limited community support
- - Niche use case
MiddleClick
MiddleClick enhances trackpad functionality by enabling middle-click gestures through three-finger taps or clicks. It supports both trackpads and Magic Mouse, offering a productivity boost for users who rely on middle-click actions.
Enables middle-click functionality via three-finger gestures on trackpads and Magic Mouse.
Pros
- + Free and open-source under GPL-3.0
- + Supports both trackpads and Magic Mouse
- + Addresses a productivity gap in macOS functionality
Cons
- - No auto-update feature
- - Compatibility issues with newer macOS versions