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Trusted QSL vs Sentinel
Side-by-side comparison for macOS
Trusted QSL
6.0Sign and upload QSO records to Logbook of The World (LoTW)
Sentinel
8.0Configure Gatekeeper, unquarantine and self-sign apps
| Metric | Trusted QSL | Sentinel |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Utilities | System Tools |
| AI Score | 6.0 | 8.0 |
| 30-day Installs | 9 | 149 |
| 90-day Installs | 23 | 395 |
| 365-day Installs | 106 | 1.6K |
| Version | 2.8.4 | 3.1.4 |
| Auto-updates | No | Yes |
| Deprecated | No | No |
| GitHub Stars | 4 | 1.5K |
| GitHub Forks | 1 | 44 |
| Open Issues | - | 7 |
| License | — | NOASSERTION |
| Language | Java | Swift |
| Last GitHub Commit | 11y ago | 5mo ago |
| First Seen | Aug 9, 2023 | Jun 6, 2025 |
Reviews
Trusted QSL
Trusted QSL (tqsl) is a niche tool for ham radio operators to sign and upload QSO records to Logbook of The World (LoTW), offering essential functionality for logging contacts.
Signs and uploads QSO records to Logbook of The World (LoTW).
Pros
- + Essential for ham radio operators logging contacts with LoTW.
- + Direct integration with Logbook of The World.
- + Reputable backing by ARRL.
Cons
- - No auto-updates and limited recent development activity.
- - Lack of community support or discussion.
Sentinel
Sentinel simplifies managing macOS security settings by configuring Gatekeeper, unquarantining apps, and enabling self-signing. It's ideal for developers and users needing fine-grained control over app permissions.
Manages macOS security settings, including Gatekeeper configuration and app permissions.
Pros
- + Simplifies managing macOS security settings
- + Active development with responsive issue resolution
- + Useful for developers and power users
Cons
- - Lack of clear licensing information
- - Limited community discussion beyond GitHub