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TapMap vs Surge
Side-by-side comparison for macOS
TapMap
7.0Visualise network connections on an interactive world map
Surge
7.0Network toolbox
| Metric | TapMap | Surge |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Utilities | Utilities |
| AI Score | 7.0 | 7.0 |
| 30-day Installs | 64 | 112 |
| 90-day Installs | 64 | 392 |
| 365-day Installs | 64 | 2.2K |
| Version | 1.14.2 | 6.10.0,12500,79b87792e2bd345e064c2d473790b404 |
| Auto-updates | No | Yes |
| Deprecated | No | No |
| GitHub Stars | 1.5K | 2.9K |
| GitHub Forks | 84 | 197 |
| Open Issues | 1 | - |
| License | MIT | GPL-3.0 |
| Language | Python | — |
| Last GitHub Commit | 1mo ago | 7mo ago |
| First Seen | Sep 18, 2026 | Aug 26, 2016 |
Reviews
TapMap
TapMap visualizes your computer's active internet connections on an interactive world map, offering real-time insights into where your data is being sent. It's a unique tool for developers, network enthusiasts, and security-conscious users who want to understand their digital footprint.
Visualizes active internet connections on a world map in real-time.
Pros
- + Real-time visualization of network connections
- + Interactive and engaging world map interface
- + Useful for developers and security-focused users
Cons
- - No auto-update feature
- - Niche appeal may limit its broad usefulness
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