Vagrant VMware Utility vs UTM
Side-by-side comparison for macOS
Vagrant VMware Utility
6.0Gives Vagrant VMware plugin access to various VMware functionalities
UTM
8.0Virtual machines UI using QEMU
| Metric | Vagrant VMware Utility | UTM |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Developer Tools | System Tools |
| AI Score | 6.0 | 8.0 |
| 30-day Installs | 205 | 5.5K |
| 90-day Installs | 673 | 16.4K |
| 365-day Installs | 3.4K | 53.6K |
| Version | 1.0.24 | 4.7.5 |
| Auto-updates | No | No |
| Deprecated | No | No |
| GitHub Stars | — | 33.2K |
| GitHub Forks | — | 1.7K |
| Open Issues | — | 1.0K |
| License | — | Apache-2.0 |
| Language | — | Swift |
| Last GitHub Commit | — | 2mo ago |
| First Seen | Mar 30, 2018 | Aug 9, 2023 |
Reviews
Vagrant VMware Utility
The Vagrant VMware Utility enhances Vagrant's integration with VMware, offering developers access to advanced virtualization features. It benefits those working with VMware in their development workflows, providing better control and functionality over virtual machines.
Enables Vagrant to utilize advanced VMware features for virtual machine management.
Pros
- + Enhances Vagrant's VMware integration for developers
- + Provides access to advanced VMware functionalities
- + Regular updates ensure continued support and improvements
Cons
- - No auto-update feature, requiring manual checks for updates
- - Limited to a niche user base, which may reduce community support
UTM
UTM is a powerful virtual machine manager for macOS and iOS, leveraging QEMU for cross-platform compatibility. It offers unique features for Apple Silicon and is ideal for developers and those needing to run multiple operating systems.
Enables the creation and management of virtual machines on macOS and iOS using QEMU.
Pros
- + Supports both macOS and iOS, offering cross-platform functionality.
- + Open-source with a strong community and active development.
- + Compatible with Apple Silicon, enhancing performance on M1/M2 Macs.
Cons
- - Does not auto-update, requiring manual checks for new versions.
- - Past performance issues, though resolved in recent updates.