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Background Music vs LosslessSwitcher
Side-by-side comparison for macOS
Background Music
7.0Audio utility
LosslessSwitcher
6.0Lossless sample rate switcher for Apple Music
| Metric | Background Music | LosslessSwitcher |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Utilities | Media & Design |
| AI Score | 7.0 | 6.0 |
| 30-day Installs | 1.6K | 39 |
| 90-day Installs | 4.8K | 110 |
| 365-day Installs | 23.0K | 327 |
| Version | 0.4.3 | 2.0,2 |
| Auto-updates | No | No |
| Deprecated | No | No |
| GitHub Stars | 18.7K | 1.8K |
| GitHub Forks | 748 | 122 |
| Open Issues | 523 | 52 |
| License | GPL-2.0 | GPL-3.0 |
| Language | C++ | Swift |
| Last GitHub Commit | 2mo ago | 2mo ago |
| First Seen | Aug 9, 2023 | Mar 6, 2026 |
Reviews
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
LosslessSwitcher
LosslessSwitcher automatically switches lossless sample rates for Apple Music, benefiting audiophiles seeking optimal audio quality. It supports various audio devices and offers automation for seamless integration.
Automatically switches lossless sample rates for Apple Music.
Pros
- + Automates lossless sample rate switching
- + Supports various audio devices
- + Open-source with active development
Cons
- - Compatibility issues with newer macOS versions
- - No auto-update feature