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dmenu-mac vs OnlySwitch

Side-by-side comparison for macOS

dmenu-mac

7.0
Utilities

Keyboard-only application launcher

OnlySwitch

8.0
Utilities

System and utility switches

Metric dmenu-mac OnlySwitch
Category Utilities Utilities
AI Score 7.0 8.0
30-day Installs 17 343
90-day Installs 62 1.2K
365-day Installs 456 7.8K
Version 0.7.2 2.6.7
Auto-updates No Yes
Deprecated Yes No
GitHub Stars 327 5.5K
GitHub Forks 30 232
Open Issues 20 55
License GPL-3.0 MIT
Language Swift Swift
Last GitHub Commit 4mo ago 2mo ago
First Seen Aug 9, 2023 Aug 7, 2023

Reviews

dmenu-mac

dmenu-mac is a keyboard-only application launcher inspired by dmenu, designed for power users who prefer efficient, distraction-free navigation. It offers a lightweight and customizable way to launch apps and perform actions using the keyboard.

Provides a keyboard-driven interface for launching applications and performing actions.

Pros

  • + Keyboard-first design for efficient navigation
  • + Lightweight and fast performance
  • + Customizable via Swift scripting for advanced users

Cons

  • - Lacks automatic updates
  • - Less popular than other macOS launchers

OnlySwitch

OnlySwitch is a versatile menu bar app offering system tweaks like hiding the MacBook notch, dark mode, AirPods, and Shortcuts integration. It benefits users seeking quick access to system settings.

OnlySwitch provides a menu bar interface for system settings and utility switches.

Pros

  • + All-in-one design for system tweaks
  • + Unique MacBook notch hiding feature
  • + Dark mode, AirPods, and Shortcuts integration
  • + Auto-updates

Cons

  • - Past stability issues with macOS updates
  • - Some users may find features overwhelming