ThumbHost3mf vs Folder Preview Pro
Side-by-side comparison for macOS
ThumbHost3mf
7.0Finder thumbnail provider for some .gcode, .bgcode and .3mf files
Folder Preview Pro
8.0Quick Look extension for folders
| Metric | ThumbHost3mf | Folder Preview Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Utilities | Utilities |
| AI Score | 7.0 | 8.0 |
| 30-day Installs | 26 | 126 |
| 90-day Installs | 80 | 252 |
| 365-day Installs | 227 | 622 |
| Version | 1.7.1 | 2.10 |
| Auto-updates | No | Yes |
| Deprecated | No | No |
| GitHub Stars | 330 | 1 |
| GitHub Forks | 11 | - |
| Open Issues | 1 | - |
| License | Apache-2.0 | — |
| Language | C | — |
| Last GitHub Commit | 1y ago | 3mo ago |
| First Seen | Feb 10, 2025 | Sep 22, 2025 |
Reviews
ThumbHost3mf
ThumbHost3mf is a macOS app that enhances Finder by displaying thumbnails for .gcode, .bgcode, and .3mf files, making it easier to visualize 3D printing projects. It's particularly useful for users working with 3D printing files.
Provides Finder thumbnails for .gcode, .bgcode, and .3mf files.
Pros
- + Free and open-source under Apache-2.0 license
- + Enhances Finder's functionality for specific file types
- + Supports multiple 3D printing file formats
Cons
- - No auto-update feature
- - Niche use case limits its appeal
Folder Preview Pro
Folder Preview Pro enhances macOS by enabling Quick Look previews for folders, displaying contents with actions and thumbnails. Ideal for users managing files frequently, it offers a seamless way to preview and interact with folders directly from Finder.
Enables Quick Look previews for folders, showing contents with actions and thumbnails.
Pros
- + Quick folder preview functionality
- + Actions and thumbnails for enhanced interaction
- + Auto-update feature for seamless updates
- + One-time purchase model with lifetime updates
Cons
- - Limited GitHub activity and transparency
- - Unknown license and development language