Terminal vs Xfce-Terminal : Which is Better?

Terminal icon

Terminal

Terminal (Terminal.app) is the terminal emulator included in the macOS operating system. Developed by Apple Inc

License: Free

Categories: OS & Utilities

Apps available for Mac OS X

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Xfce-Terminal icon

Xfce-Terminal

Xfce Terminal was developed to fit the need for a lightweight and easy to use terminal emulator in the Xfce desktop environment. Developed by Xfce, Benedikt Meurer, Nick Schermer

License: Open Source

Categories: OS & Utilities

Apps available for Linux BSD Xfce

Terminal VS Xfce-Terminal

Terminal is a native macOS application with a clean interface and good performance, ideal for users who need basic functionality. In contrast, Xfce-Terminal is highly customizable and feature-rich, making it suitable for power users who require advanced features like split view and extensive customization.

Terminal

Pros:

  • Integrated with macOS
  • Simple and clean interface
  • Good performance
  • Supports multiple shells
  • Active community support

Cons:

  • Limited customization options
  • Less advanced features compared to other terminals
  • No split view support
  • Fewer plugins available

Xfce-Terminal

Pros:

  • Highly customizable
  • Lightweight and fast
  • Supports split view
  • Advanced features for power users
  • Good for remote sessions

Cons:

  • May require configuration for optimal performance
  • Can be overwhelming for beginners
  • Not as integrated with macOS
  • May not support all shell features

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