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Unlox vs Secretive

Side-by-side comparison for macOS

Unlox

5.5
Security & Privacy

Unlock your computer with your fingerprint

Secretive

8.5
Security & Privacy

Store SSH keys in the Secure Enclave

Metric Unlox Secretive
Category Security & Privacy Security & Privacy
AI Score 5.5 8.5
30-day Installs - 413
90-day Installs - 1.2K
365-day Installs 17 3.9K
Version 3.0.4.2 3.0.4
Auto-updates No No
Deprecated Yes No
GitHub Stars 1 8.2K
GitHub Forks - 192
Open Issues - 160
License MIT
Language Swift
Last GitHub Commit 16y ago 1mo ago
First Seen Jan 25, 2018 Jun 10, 2020

Reviews

Unlox

Unlox allows users to unlock their Mac with a fingerprint, offering a seamless and secure authentication experience. It benefits users seeking a convenient alternative to typing passwords or using biometric authentication built into macOS.

Enables users to unlock their Mac using a fingerprint scanner.

Pros

  • + Provides a quick and convenient way to unlock your Mac using a fingerprint.
  • + Simplifies authentication for users who prefer biometric methods.
  • + Could enhance security by reducing reliance on passwords.

Cons

  • - No auto-updates, raising concerns about security and compatibility.
  • - Inactive project with no recent development or community support.

Secretive

Secretive securely stores SSH keys in your Mac's Secure Enclave, offering an extra layer of protection for developers and security-conscious users. It integrates seamlessly with macOS, ensuring your keys are protected by hardware-level security.

Stores SSH keys in the Mac's Secure Enclave for enhanced security.

Pros

  • + Secure storage using the Secure Enclave
  • + Seamless integration with macOS
  • + Open-source with active community support

Cons

  • - No auto-update feature
  • - Some open issues that need addressing