Karate vs macCurrent
Karate
github.com
macCurrent
maccurrent.comSide by side
| Figure | Karate | macCurrent |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | Free | Free |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Free trial | — | — |
| Open source | — | — |
| Windows | Yes | — |
| macOS | — | Yes |
| Plans published | 1 | 1 |
| Spec score · Software Update Tools | 7.8 (#7) | 7.7 (#11) |
| System requirements | The listed requirement is Windows 10 version 1809 or later, or Windows 11. | Full Disk Access is not required for normal scans; apps outside /Applications and ~/Applications can be included by adding folders in Settings. |
Plans
In their own words
macCurrent
macCurrent is a free macOS app that finds updates across the Mac App Store, Homebrew, Sparkle, vendor updaters, Tauri, reviewed direct downloads, and macOS Software Update. It scans installed applications and command-line tools, storing inventory details locally on the Mac. Depending on the source, it can update automatically, hand work to a trusted tool, provide manual guidance, or exclude system-managed components. Eligible direct replacement updates can be backed up, with retention configurable up to three backups per app identity. Per-app history may record scans, backups, installs, restores, failures, and manual handoffs. Before replacing an app, macCurrent checks bundle identity and signing-team match, rejects served downgrades, and verifies Sparkle archives against the installed app’s EdDSA key. It supports Apple silicon and Intel Macs running macOS 15 or later. Usage Analytics is opt-in.