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Macsmith vs RemotePilot Desktop

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Macsmith compared with RemotePilot Desktop
DetailMacsmith logo MacsmithRemotePilot Desktop logo RemotePilot Desktop
What it doesYour developer tools. One Mac app. Local MCP server connecting AI assistants to your computer for terminal, files, and process control
StageNot given Not given
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Pricing modelFreemium Not given
PricingFree: Inspection of all 20 tools included. Macsmith Pro: $5 USD one-time per developer, valid on up to three Macs, includes every future update, no subscription required. Not given
Key featuresNot given
  • Terminal command execution with long-running session support
  • File operations including text, PDF, Excel, Word, and image support
  • Targeted file editing with approximate search
  • Content and filename search with ripgrep
  • Process management and control
  • File preview functionality for compatible MCP clients
  • No telemetry or usage tracking
  • Local logging of all tool calls in ~/.remotepilot
  • Configurable directory and command restrictions
  • Docker isolation support for enhanced security
What makes it different
  • All twenty developer tools integrated in one native macOS application
  • 100% native macOS built with Swift and SwiftUI
  • Works on up to three Macs per developer license
  • Runs entirely on your local machine with no account or remote service required
  • Requires approval before AI assistant performs actions
  • Works with multiple AI clients including Claude, Cursor, and VS Code
  • Free and open source under MIT license
  • Transparent local history with no hidden tracking or telemetry
Free planNot given Not given
Open sourceNot given Not given
PlatformsNot given Not given
Public APINot given Not given
Community votes00
DR (Domain Rating by Ahrefs)3 +1 (up) since last checkNot checked yet no change since last check
Trust Flow (Majestic)130
Citation Flow (Majestic)230
Referring domains (Majestic)110

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