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Background Music vs SoundSource
Side-by-side comparison for macOS
Background Music
7.0Audio utility
SoundSource
7.0Sound and audio controller
| Metric | Background Music | SoundSource |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Utilities | Utilities |
| AI Score | 7.0 | 7.0 |
| 30-day Installs | 1.6K | 375 |
| 90-day Installs | 4.8K | 1.2K |
| 365-day Installs | 23.0K | 5.1K |
| Version | 0.4.3 | 6.0.6 |
| Auto-updates | No | Yes |
| Deprecated | No | No |
| GitHub Stars | 18.7K | 68 |
| GitHub Forks | 748 | 7 |
| Open Issues | 523 | - |
| License | GPL-2.0 | — |
| Language | C++ | Objective-C |
| Last GitHub Commit | 2mo ago | 7y ago |
| First Seen | Aug 9, 2023 | Feb 17, 2017 |
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
SoundSource
SoundSource is a robust audio controller for macOS, offering advanced management of audio devices and settings. It benefits users needing precise audio control, such as professionals or those with multiple audio devices.
Controls and manages audio devices and settings on macOS.
Pros
- + Mature and reliable audio management tool
- + Supports advanced audio device control and settings
- + Includes a command-line tool for power users
Cons
- - No recent updates or community activity
- - Unknown licensing terms