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TeX Live Utility vs Cork
Side-by-side comparison for macOS
TeX Live Utility
8.0Graphical user interface for TeX Live Manager
Cork
8.0GUI companion app for Homebrew
| Metric | TeX Live Utility | Cork |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Developer Tools | Developer Tools |
| AI Score | 8.0 | 8.0 |
| 30-day Installs | 78 | 337 |
| 90-day Installs | 289 | 973 |
| 365-day Installs | 1.1K | 3.9K |
| Version | 1.55 | 1.7.5 |
| Auto-updates | Yes | No |
| Deprecated | No | No |
| GitHub Stars | 318 | 4.2K |
| GitHub Forks | 17 | 247 |
| Open Issues | 17 | 64 |
| License | BSD-3-Clause | — |
| Language | Objective-C | Swift |
| Last GitHub Commit | 2mo ago | 1mo ago |
| First Seen | Aug 9, 2023 | Aug 8, 2024 |
Reviews
TeX Live Utility
TeX Live Utility is a graphical user interface for managing TeX Live packages on macOS. It simplifies package installation, updates, and automation, making it ideal for LaTeX users who prefer a visual interface over command-line tools.
Provides a graphical interface for managing and updating TeX Live packages.
Pros
- + User-friendly graphical interface for TeX Live management
- + Automates package updates and installations
- + Actively maintained with frequent updates
Cons
- - Niche audience, primarily for LaTeX users
- - Some reported issues with package updates
Cork
Cork is a sleek macOS application designed to enhance software package management through a graphical user interface. It offers a fast and intuitive experience, making it ideal for users who prefer a visual approach over command-line tools.
Cork provides a graphical interface for managing software packages installed via Homebrew.
Pros
- + Modern and user-friendly interface built with SwiftUI
- + Active development and regular updates
- + Responsive to user feedback with closed issues
Cons
- - Lacks automatic updates feature
- - Minimal community interaction and discussion