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XcodeClangFormat vs X-SwiftFormat

Side-by-side comparison for macOS

XcodeClangFormat

6.5
Developer Tools

Format code in Xcode with clang-format

X-SwiftFormat

7.0
Developer Tools

Xcode extension to format Swift code

Metric XcodeClangFormat X-SwiftFormat
Category Developer Tools Developer Tools
AI Score 6.5 7.0
30-day Installs 36 -
90-day Installs 71 10
365-day Installs 250 100
Version 1.2.1 2.1
Auto-updates No No
Deprecated Yes No
GitHub Stars 814 784
GitHub Forks 103 24
Open Issues 11 4
License NOASSERTION NOASSERTION
Language Objective-C++ Swift
Last GitHub Commit 3y ago 9mo ago
First Seen Aug 9, 2023 Jun 11, 2020

Reviews

XcodeClangFormat

XcodeClangFormat integrates clang-format into Xcode, allowing developers to format code directly within the IDE. It supports custom .clang-format configurations and works with Xcode 8+, making it a useful tool for maintaining code consistency.

Formats code in Xcode using clang-format.

Pros

  • + Seamlessly integrates clang-format into Xcode for developers.
  • + Supports custom .clang-format configurations for tailored code styling.
  • + Open-source and available on GitHub.

Cons

  • - No auto-updates, requiring manual checks for new versions.
  • - Compatibility issues with newer Xcode versions, such as Xcode 12.

X-SwiftFormat

X-SwiftFormat is a Swift code formatter for Xcode that offers customizable formatting rules beyond Xcode's default settings. It benefits developers who need precise control over their Swift code style for consistency and readability.

Formats Swift code within Xcode according to customizable rules.

Pros

  • + Seamlessly integrates with Xcode for a smooth development experience.
  • + Provides extensive customization options for formatting rules.
  • + Free and open-source, encouraging community contribution.

Cons

  • - Lacks auto-update functionality, requiring manual updates.
  • - Limited community support and resources.