Aware vs MeetingBar
Side-by-side comparison for macOS
Aware
7.0Menubar app to track active computer use
MeetingBar
7.0Shows the next meeting in the menu bar
| Metric | Aware | MeetingBar |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Utilities | Productivity |
| AI Score | 7.0 | 7.0 |
| 30-day Installs | 6 | 559 |
| 90-day Installs | 22 | 1.6K |
| 365-day Installs | 90 | 7.4K |
| Version | 1.2.0 | 4.11.6 |
| Auto-updates | No | No |
| Deprecated | Yes | No |
| GitHub Stars | 147 | 5.2K |
| GitHub Forks | 22 | 254 |
| Open Issues | - | 106 |
| License | — | Apache-2.0 |
| Language | Swift | Swift |
| Last GitHub Commit | 1y ago | 2mo ago |
| First Seen | Aug 9, 2023 | Jun 5, 2020 |
Reviews
Aware
Aware is a menubar app that tracks active computer use, providing insights into productivity and digital well-being. It offers a simple yet effective way to monitor screen time and usage patterns, benefiting users seeking to understand and manage their technology usage.
Aware tracks how long you've been actively using your computer and displays the information in the menubar.
Pros
- + Simple and focused interface for tracking computer use
- + Useful for monitoring productivity and digital well-being
- + Closed issues indicate attention to user feedback on app icon
Cons
- - No auto-update feature
- - Unknown license
MeetingBar
MeetingBar provides a sleek, menu bar-based solution for viewing your next meeting, making it ideal for those who need quick access to their schedule. It offers real-time updates and integrates seamlessly with calendar services.
Displays the next meeting directly in the macOS menu bar.
Pros
- + Open-source with Apache-2.0 license, offering transparency and customization options.
- + Lightweight and efficient, minimizing system resource usage.
- + Direct integration with calendar services for real-time updates.
Cons
- - No auto-update feature, requiring manual checks for new versions.
- - Some open issues may affect functionality or user experience.