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Battery Buddy
battery-buddy · v1.0.4 • auto-updates
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Replacement of the default battery indicator in the menu bar
brew install --cask battery-buddy 20
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Trust Score 7/10
✓ Open source (GPL-3.0) +3
✗ Active development +0
✓ Licensed +1
✓ Auto-updates +1
✓ Not deprecated +1
✓ Established (>1yr) +1
✗ Low installs +0
Version History
v1.0.43d ago1.0.3→1.0.4
Review
Mar 11, 2026Battery Buddy is a visually appealing and customizable replacement for the default macOS battery indicator. It offers a cute design and additional customization options, making it ideal for users who want a more polished and functional battery indicator in their menu bar.
Replaces the default macOS battery indicator with a customizable, visually appealing alternative.
Maturity: The project is active and well-maintained, with regular updates and a strong community following.
Community: The app has received positive mentions on Hacker News, though there is limited community discussion overall.
Pros
- + Visually appealing and customizable design
- + Enhances the default battery indicator functionality
- + Actively maintained with auto-updates
Cons
- - May not add significant functionality beyond macOS defaults
- - Customization options are limited to what the app provides
Community Mentions
hackernews
Apr 2021 Battery Buddy
Positive sentiment Negative sentiment Neutral / unknown