Alternatives to KnockKnock
Lists the software configured to persist on a Mac. The listings below can replace it for an important use case. Each note says what changes if you switch.
The original
KnockKnock
Lists the software configured to persist on a Mac.
Replacements
Listings that take over the same core job as KnockKnock.
BlockBlock
A macOS tool that alerts you whenever software adds itself to a persistence location.
BlockBlock gives real-time alerts the moment software installs a persistence item, whereas KnockKnock enumerates existing persistence on demand.
TaskExplorer
macOS tool that inspects running processes, their libraries, files and network connections.
TaskExplorer inspects running processes, their libraries and network connections rather than only listing persistent items, giving live process visibility on the Mac.
Autoruns
A Sysinternals utility that shows every program and driver configured to start automatically on Windows.
Autoruns lists auto-start programs and drivers on Windows rather than macOS persistence points.
Similar software
Related functionality, not a direct replacement.
OverSight
Receive macOS alerts about microphone and camera activity.
LuLu
Control outbound application connections on macOS.
RansomWhere?
A macOS utility that detects processes encrypting files like ransomware and stops them for review.
Little Snitch
macOS application firewall that prompts on outgoing connections.
VirusTotal
Online service that checks a URL or file against many antivirus engines and URL scanners.
Santa
A binary and file access authorization system for macOS that allows or blocks executables.
