Homebrew vs Mac App Store : Which is Better?

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Homebrew

Homebrewing refers to small-scale, non-commercial manufacture of drink, typically beer. Developed by Max Howell

License: Open Source

Categories: OS & Utilities

Apps available for Mac OS X

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Mac App Store

Mac App Store is a digital distribution platform for macOS applications. Developed by Apple, Inc.

License: Free

Apps available for Mac OS X

Homebrew VS Mac App Store Feature comparision

Feature Homebrew Mac App Store
Command line interface
Linux
Package Installing
Ruby
Software installer
Ad-free
Full descriptions
Nuget
Filter search results
Integrated Search
Container
Cross-platform
Multiple Repository Support
Auto update
FOSS
Package Manager
Command line
Access the AppStore
Game launcher
Controller support
Free to play
Proton support for linux
Developer Tools
Homebrew
App discovery
App reviews
Discounts
Subscription based
*community curated information: This table may not have the most accurate information. Please suggest changes

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Compare Advanced Package Tool and Homebrew and decide which is most suitable for you.
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Compare Chocolatey and Homebrew and decide which is most suitable for you.
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Compare Just Install and Homebrew and decide which is most suitable for you.
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Compare macapps.link and Homebrew and decide which is most suitable for you.
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Compare MacPorts and Homebrew and decide which is most suitable for you.
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Compare Ninite and Homebrew and decide which is most suitable for you.
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Compare pacman (package manager) and Homebrew and decide which is most suitable for you.
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Compare scoop and Homebrew and decide which is most suitable for you.
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Compare Synaptic and Homebrew and decide which is most suitable for you.