Alcove vs TopNotch
Side-by-side comparison for macOS
Alcove
8.0Utility to add Dynamic Island like features to notch area
TopNotch
7.0Utility to hide the notch
| Metric | Alcove | TopNotch |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Utilities | Utilities |
| AI Score | 8.0 | 7.0 |
| 30-day Installs | 401 | 191 |
| 90-day Installs | 923 | 726 |
| 365-day Installs | 3.3K | 2.3K |
| Version | 1.7.2 | 1.3.2 |
| Auto-updates | Yes | Yes |
| Deprecated | No | No |
| GitHub Stars | 323 | 89 |
| GitHub Forks | 5 | 3 |
| Open Issues | 10 | 1 |
| License | — | — |
| Language | — | Swift |
| Last GitHub Commit | 2mo ago | 1y ago |
| First Seen | Dec 24, 2024 | Aug 9, 2023 |
Reviews
Alcove
Alcove adds Dynamic Island-like features to the notch area on MacBooks, enabling customizable notifications and controls. It enhances the system status area with interactive elements, benefiting users who want a more interactive and visually appealing experience.
Customizes the MacBook notch area for notifications and controls, similar to the iPhone's Dynamic Island.
Pros
- + Customizable notch area for notifications
- + Integration with macOS notifications
- + Active development and responsive issue handling
Cons
- - Unknown license and development language
- - May be too intrusive for some users
TopNotch
TopNotch is a free utility that hides the notch on MacBook models, offering a cleaner display experience. It's particularly useful for users who find the notch distracting during presentations or app usage.
Hides the notch on MacBook models, providing a seamless display experience.
Pros
- + Free and effective solution for hiding the notch.
- + Simple and user-friendly interface.
- + Community support and positive reception.
Cons
- - Compatibility issues with certain macOS versions and third-party apps.
- - Lack of recent GitHub activity and unclear license.