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Thunder vs JDownloader
Side-by-side comparison for macOS
Thunder
6.0VPN and WiFi proxy
JDownloader
6.5Download manager
| Metric | Thunder | JDownloader |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Security & Privacy | Utilities |
| AI Score | 6.0 | 6.5 |
| 30-day Installs | 142 | 482 |
| 90-day Installs | 424 | 1.5K |
| 365-day Installs | 2.1K | 5.7K |
| Version | 5.80.5.66632 | latest |
| Auto-updates | Yes | No |
| Deprecated | No | No |
| GitHub Stars | 1.6K | 66 |
| GitHub Forks | 114 | 14 |
| Open Issues | 131 | - |
| License | MIT | — |
| Language | JavaScript | Java |
| Last GitHub Commit | 3y ago | 1mo ago |
| First Seen | Aug 9, 2023 | Nov 7, 2013 |
Reviews
Thunder
Thunder is a macOS VPN and WiFi proxy app that offers privacy and access to geo-restricted content. It provides essential security features and auto-updates, making it suitable for users prioritizing online privacy.
Thunder functions as a VPN and proxy tool to secure internet connections and bypass regional content restrictions.
Pros
- + Offers robust VPN and proxy services for enhanced privacy
- + Auto-update feature ensures up-to-date security patches
- + Supports access to geo-restricted content
Cons
- - Lack of community discussion raises transparency concerns
- - Moderate project maturity with many open issues
JDownloader
JDownloader is a free, open-source download manager that efficiently handles multiple downloads, offering features like resuming and scheduling. It benefits users needing robust download management capabilities.
Manages and accelerates file downloads, supporting resuming and handling multiple sources.
Pros
- + Free and open-source
- + Supports multiple download protocols
- + Cross-platform capability
Cons
- - No auto-update feature
- - Unknown license status
- - Past legal issues