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PiP vs OnlySwitch

Side-by-side comparison for macOS

PiP

8.0
Utilities

Always on top window preview

OnlySwitch

8.0
Utilities

System and utility switches

Metric PiP OnlySwitch
Category Utilities Utilities
AI Score 8.0 8.0
30-day Installs 77 343
90-day Installs 253 1.2K
365-day Installs 1.5K 7.8K
Version 3.01 2.6.7
Auto-updates No Yes
Deprecated Yes No
GitHub Stars 796 5.5K
GitHub Forks 40 232
Open Issues 15 55
License MIT MIT
Language C Swift
Last GitHub Commit 3mo ago 2mo ago
First Seen Sep 2, 2018 Aug 7, 2023

Reviews

PiP

PiP offers an always-on-top window preview, perfect for multitaskers. It allows users to manage multiple windows without switching contexts, making it ideal for those who need constant access to various applications.

PiP keeps windows on top, enabling users to manage multiple apps without context switching.

Pros

  • + Always-on-top window management
  • + Enhances multitasking efficiency
  • + Lightweight and efficient due to C language implementation

Cons

  • - No auto-update feature
  • - Previous crash issues, though resolved

OnlySwitch

OnlySwitch is a versatile menu bar app offering system tweaks like hiding the MacBook notch, dark mode, AirPods, and Shortcuts integration. It benefits users seeking quick access to system settings.

OnlySwitch provides a menu bar interface for system settings and utility switches.

Pros

  • + All-in-one design for system tweaks
  • + Unique MacBook notch hiding feature
  • + Dark mode, AirPods, and Shortcuts integration
  • + Auto-updates

Cons

  • - Past stability issues with macOS updates
  • - Some users may find features overwhelming