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swiftbar · v2.1.1,597 • auto-updates
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Menu bar customization tool
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Trust Score 8/10
✓ Open source (MIT) +3
✗ Active development +0
✓ Licensed +1
✓ Auto-updates +1
✓ Not deprecated +1
✓ Established (>1yr) +1
✓ Popular (>1K installs/mo) +1
Version History
v2.1.1,59720d ago2.1.0,594→2.1.1,597
21d ago2.0.1,536→2.1.0,594
Review
Mar 10, 2026SwiftBar is a powerful macOS menu bar customization tool that allows users to extend and personalize their menu bar with plugins and scripts. It offers extensive functionality for developers and users seeking advanced menu bar customization options.
SwiftBar enables users to customize their macOS menu bar using plugins and scripts.
Maturity: The project is mature with active development, evidenced by recent commits and a strong GitHub presence.
Community: Consistent interest is shown through multiple Hacker News mentions over the years, highlighting community engagement and tool adoption.
Pros
- + Extensive plugin support for menu bar customization
- + Active development and regular updates
- + Strong community and GitHub traction
Cons
- - Some plugins may cause high CPU usage
- - Limited integration with other tools
Community Mentions
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