Comparison
alfred-workflow vs astron-rpa
Verdict
Pick alfred-workflow if alfred-workflow is a Python library that simplifies the creation of Alfred workflows for macOS users, supporting versions 3 and 4; pick astron-rpa if astron-rpa integrates AI agents for robust automation in various environments using Java, with a focus on data privacy and security compliance.
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Trust & integrity
| Signal | alfred-workflow | astron-rpa |
|---|---|---|
| Maintenance | Dormant (1344d since push) As of Sep 16, 2026 · github_public_v1 | Very active (4d since push) As of Sep 20, 2026 · github_public_v1 |
| Provenance | Not a fork · Personal account As of Sep 16, 2026 · github_public_v1 | Not a fork · Organization account As of Sep 20, 2026 · github_public_v1 |
| OSV dependency advisories | No lockfile (source not queried) As of Jul 15, 2026 · osv@v1 | No lockfile (source not queried) As of Jul 15, 2026 · osv@v1 |
| deps.dev advisories | Not queried deps.dev@v1 | Not queried deps.dev@v1 |
| OpenSSF Scorecard | Not queried openssf-scorecard@v1 | Not queried openssf-scorecard@v1 |
Tagline
- alfred-workflow
- Full-featured library for writing Alfred 3 & 4 workflows
- astron-rpa
- Agent-ready RPA suite with automation tools for various environments
Stars
- alfred-workflow
- 3.0k
- astron-rpa
- 5.5k
Forks
- alfred-workflow
- 236
- astron-rpa
- 598
Open issues
- alfred-workflow
- 21
- astron-rpa
- 58
Language
- alfred-workflow
- Python
- astron-rpa
- Python
Adopt for
- alfred-workflow
- Alfred-workflow is a Python library that simplifies the creation of Alfred workflows for macOS users, supporting versions 3 and 4.
- astron-rpa
- astron-rpa integrates AI agents for robust automation in various environments using Java, with a focus on data privacy and security compliance.
Persona
- alfred-workflow
- -
- astron-rpa
- -
Runtime
- alfred-workflow
- -
- astron-rpa
- -
License
- alfred-workflow
- Other
- astron-rpa
- Apache-2.0
Last pushed
- alfred-workflow
- Jan 10, 2023
- astron-rpa
- Sep 16, 2026
Categories
- alfred-workflow
- Developer Tools
- astron-rpa
- AI Agents, Developer Tools
Trust and health
Maintenance
- alfred-workflow
- Dormant (18%)
- astron-rpa
- Very active (96%)
Days since push
- alfred-workflow
- 1344d
- astron-rpa
- 4d
Open issues (now)
- alfred-workflow
- 21
- astron-rpa
- 58
Stars delta
- alfred-workflow
- -4 (30d)
- astron-rpa
- -268 (30d)
Open issues delta
- alfred-workflow
- 0 (30d)
- astron-rpa
- +15 (30d)
Owner type
- alfred-workflow
- User
- astron-rpa
- Organization
Full report
- alfred-workflow
- Trust report
- astron-rpa
- Trust report
Shared compatibility
- Python · alfred-workflow: Python runtime · astron-rpa: Python runtime
Choose alfred-workflow if…
- License: alfred-workflow is Other, astron-rpa is Apache-2.0.
- Tags unique to alfred-workflow: alfred-workflow, caching, fuzzy-search, http.
- Use this tool if you are creating Alfred workflows specifically for Alfred 3 or 4 on macOS.
When NOT to use alfred-workflow
- Do not use this library if your development is focused on different productivity applications that do not integrate with Alfred.
- Avoid this tool if you are working on systems or environments that do not support macOS, as it is designed for macOS only.
Choose astron-rpa if…
- License: astron-rpa is Apache-2.0, alfred-workflow is Other.
- Tags unique to astron-rpa: agent, ai, astron, automation.
- Also covers AI Agents.
- For enterprises that prioritize security compliance and need self-hosted solutions to maintain control over their data.
When NOT to use astron-rpa
- If your team or organization is not comfortable working within the restrictions of Java, preferring multi-platform support or another programming language.
- For projects where immediate access to third-party APIs is crucial and self-hosted solutions may add unnecessary layers of complexity in integration.
- When strict operational requirements demand real-time task visibility that astron-rpa's architecture does not natively support without significant customization.
Explore
Sources
Every stat on this page traces to a dated GitHub sync, license file, enrichment field, or trust scan.
- GitHub stars (deanishe/alfred-workflow) · observed Sep 20, 2026
- GitHub forks (deanishe/alfred-workflow) · observed Sep 20, 2026
- Last push (deanishe/alfred-workflow) · observed Jan 10, 2023
- License file (Other) · observed Sep 20, 2026
- Decision facts (enrichment) · observed Jul 16, 2026
- Trust scan (lockfile / OSV) · observed Jul 15, 2026
- GitHub stars (iflytek/astron-rpa) · observed Sep 20, 2026
- GitHub forks (iflytek/astron-rpa) · observed Sep 20, 2026
- Last push (iflytek/astron-rpa) · observed Sep 16, 2026
- License file (Apache-2.0) · observed Sep 20, 2026
- Decision facts (enrichment) · observed Jul 17, 2026
- Trust scan (lockfile / OSV) · observed Jul 15, 2026
GitHub stars on cards: alfred-workflow 3.0k · astron-rpa 5.5k (synced Sep 20, 2026).
Common questions
- What is the difference between alfred-workflow and astron-rpa?
- alfred-workflow: Full-featured library for writing Alfred 3 & 4 workflows. astron-rpa: Agent-ready RPA suite with automation tools for various environments. See the comparison table for live GitHub stats and shared categories.
- When should I choose alfred-workflow over astron-rpa?
- Choose alfred-workflow over astron-rpa when License: alfred-workflow is Other, astron-rpa is Apache-2.0; Tags unique to alfred-workflow: alfred-workflow, caching, fuzzy-search, http; Use this tool if you are creating Alfred workflows specifically for Alfred 3 or 4 on macOS.
- When should I choose astron-rpa over alfred-workflow?
- Choose astron-rpa over alfred-workflow when License: astron-rpa is Apache-2.0, alfred-workflow is Other; Tags unique to astron-rpa: agent, ai, astron, automation; Also covers AI Agents; For enterprises that prioritize security compliance and need self-hosted solutions to maintain control over their data.
- When should I avoid alfred-workflow?
- Do not use this library if your development is focused on different productivity applications that do not integrate with Alfred. Avoid this tool if you are working on systems or environments that do not support macOS, as it is designed for macOS only.
- When should I avoid astron-rpa?
- If your team or organization is not comfortable working within the restrictions of Java, preferring multi-platform support or another programming language. For projects where immediate access to third-party APIs is crucial and self-hosted solutions may add unnecessary layers of complexity in integration. When strict operational requirements demand real-time task visibility that astron-rpa's architecture does not natively support without significant customization.
- Is alfred-workflow or astron-rpa more popular on GitHub?
- astron-rpa has more GitHub stars (5,542 vs 2,963). Stars measure visibility, not whether either tool fits your constraints.
- Are alfred-workflow and astron-rpa open source?
- Yes - both are open-source projects on GitHub (alfred-workflow: Other, astron-rpa: Apache-2.0).
- Where can I find alternatives to alfred-workflow or astron-rpa?
- GraphCanon lists graph-backed alternatives at alfred-workflow alternatives and astron-rpa alternatives (alfred-workflow markdown twin, astron-rpa markdown twin), ranked by typed relationship edges rather than popularity votes.
- Is there a machine-readable version of this comparison?
- Yes. The markdown twin at this comparison mirrors this page for agents and LLM crawlers, with the same stats table and FAQ answers.
- Which is better maintained, alfred-workflow or astron-rpa?
- alfred-workflow: Dormant. astron-rpa: Very active. Compare maintenance labels, days since push, and release cadence in the trust section below - stars alone do not measure maintenance.
- Where are the full trust reports for alfred-workflow and astron-rpa?
- GraphCanon publishes per-repo trust reports with dated maintenance, provenance, and scan summaries: alfred-workflow trust report; astron-rpa trust report.