When comparing Little Snitch vs Unclutter, the Slant community recommends Little Snitch for most people. In the question“What are the best Mac OSX apps for someone that's new to Apple?” Little Snitch is ranked 7th while Unclutter is ranked 22nd. The most important reason people chose Little Snitch is:
Little Snitch rules work even at login screen. Even when receiving attempted connection alerts, once logged in LS has stopped and requested permission for them.
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Pros
Pro Protected even at login screen
Little Snitch rules work even at login screen. Even when receiving attempted connection alerts, once logged in LS has stopped and requested permission for them.
Pro Comparatively easy to use
Easier to use than traditional firewall software, but more powerful due to design and workflow.
Pro Protects your privacy
Protects your privacy and helps to prevent unwanted connections.
Pro Convenient and fast access to files and notes
Unclutter lives in the navbar at the top of your screen, and is always accessible. Any files and notes stored in Unclutter can be quickly accessed from anywhere, with just a mouse movement and scrolling down.
Pro Keep desktop clean(er)
Instead of keeping commonly used files on the desktop, you can tuck them away to the top of the screen. This can unclutter your screen, or create more room for more icons if you like quick access to everything.
Cons
Con Can't keep visor open when typing in other applications
The unclutter visor will not stay open when working/typing in other apps. Sometimes it is desirable to use the visor to re-type things, it's not possible outside of copying and pasting, or opening and re-closing the visor.