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AutoMute vs Background Music
Side-by-side comparison for macOS
AutoMute
6.0Mute or unmute the system based on the current Wi-Fi network
Background Music
7.0Audio utility
| Metric | AutoMute | Background Music |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Utilities | Utilities |
| AI Score | 6.0 | 7.0 |
| 30-day Installs | 5 | 1.6K |
| 90-day Installs | 21 | 4.8K |
| 365-day Installs | 107 | 23.0K |
| Version | 1.1 | 0.4.3 |
| Auto-updates | No | No |
| Deprecated | Yes | No |
| GitHub Stars | 184 | 18.7K |
| GitHub Forks | 15 | 748 |
| Open Issues | 5 | 523 |
| License | MIT | GPL-2.0 |
| Language | Objective-C | C++ |
| Last GitHub Commit | 8y ago | 2mo ago |
| First Seen | Apr 1, 2016 | Aug 9, 2023 |
Reviews
AutoMute
AutoMute automatically mutes or unmutes your MacBook based on your current Wi-Fi network, offering a simple solution for location-based volume control. It benefits users who switch between environments like home, work, or school.
Automatically mutes or unmutes the system based on the current Wi-Fi network.
Pros
- + Provides a simple and effective solution for location-based volume control.
- + Open-source under the MIT license, promoting transparency and customization.
- + Free and straightforward to use.
Cons
- - No auto-updates, potentially leading to compatibility issues with newer macOS versions.
- - Limited recent community engagement and updates.
Background Music
Background Music is a macOS utility that automatically pauses your music and allows you to set individual app volumes, benefiting users who need background audio management.
Automates background music management and system audio recording.
Pros
- + Free and open-source under GPL-2.0
- + System-wide volume control and recording features
- + Automatically pauses music for productivity
Cons
- - No auto-updates for security or compatibility
- - High number of open issues suggests potential instability