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UnnaturalScrollWheels vs LinearMouse
Side-by-side comparison for macOS
UnnaturalScrollWheels
6.5Tool to invert scroll direction for physical scroll wheels
LinearMouse
7.0Customise mouse behavior
| Metric | UnnaturalScrollWheels | LinearMouse |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Utilities | Utilities |
| AI Score | 6.5 | 7.0 |
| 30-day Installs | 999 | 5.6K |
| 90-day Installs | 2.5K | 11.5K |
| 365-day Installs | 10.1K | 28.0K |
| Version | 1.4.0 | 0.11.1 |
| Auto-updates | No | Yes |
| Deprecated | No | No |
| GitHub Stars | 4.0K | - |
| GitHub Forks | 86 | - |
| Open Issues | 42 | - |
| License | GPL-3.0 | — |
| Language | Swift | Go |
| Last GitHub Commit | 5mo ago | 3y ago |
| First Seen | Aug 9, 2023 | Aug 9, 2023 |
Reviews
UnnaturalScrollWheels
UnnaturalScrollWheels allows users to invert scroll direction for physical mice while maintaining 'Natural' scrolling for trackpads. This tool is ideal for macOS users who prefer different scrolling behaviors for their mouse and trackpad.
Inverts scroll direction for physical mice while keeping trackpad scrolling natural.
Pros
- + Independent scroll direction for mice and trackpads
- + Free and open-source
- + Popular and widely trusted
Cons
- - Lack of auto-updates
- - Compatibility issues with newer macOS versions
LinearMouse
LinearMouse is a minimal app that removes scrolling acceleration on macOS, offering precise control over mouse behavior. It's ideal for users who prefer a more predictable scrolling experience.
LinearMouse removes scrolling acceleration and allows customization of mouse behavior for precise control.
Pros
- + Minimal and focused approach to solving scrolling issues
- + Addresses a common user pain point effectively
- + Auto-updates keep the app current
Cons
- - Limited GitHub activity raises concerns about future development
- - Unknown license may be a concern for some users