Battery Buddy vs Spaceman
Side-by-side comparison for macOS
Battery Buddy
7.0Replacement of the default battery indicator in the menu bar
Spaceman
7.0View Spaces / Virtual Desktops in the menu bar
| Metric | Battery Buddy | Spaceman |
|---|---|---|
| Category | System Tools | Utilities |
| AI Score | 7.0 | 7.0 |
| 30-day Installs | 20 | 138 |
| 90-day Installs | 62 | 463 |
| 365-day Installs | 280 | 1.8K |
| Version | 1.0.4 | 1.0 |
| Auto-updates | Yes | Yes |
| Deprecated | No | No |
| GitHub Stars | 95 | 937 |
| GitHub Forks | 25 | 41 |
| Open Issues | - | 37 |
| License | GPL-3.0 | MIT |
| Language | Objective-C | Swift |
| Last GitHub Commit | 1y ago | 2mo ago |
| First Seen | Aug 9, 2023 | Aug 9, 2023 |
Reviews
Battery Buddy
Battery Buddy is a visually appealing and customizable replacement for the default macOS battery indicator. It offers a cute design and additional customization options, making it ideal for users who want a more polished and functional battery indicator in their menu bar.
Replaces the default macOS battery indicator with a customizable, visually appealing alternative.
Pros
- + Visually appealing and customizable design
- + Enhances the default battery indicator functionality
- + Actively maintained with auto-updates
Cons
- - May not add significant functionality beyond macOS defaults
- - Customization options are limited to what the app provides
Spaceman
Spaceman offers a unique and lightweight solution for managing macOS Spaces and Virtual Desktops directly from the menu bar. Its integration with macOS and open-source nature make it appealing for users seeking a simple yet effective desktop management tool.
Spaceman displays and manages Spaces/Virtual Desktops in the menu bar.
Pros
- + Lightweight and integrates seamlessly with macOS
- + Open-source with an MIT license for transparency
- + Auto-updates ensure the app remains current
Cons
- - Critical issue with a blank window at startup
- - Limited community support and discussion