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eqMac vs Background Music
Side-by-side comparison for macOS
eqMac
8.0System-wide audio equaliser
Background Music
7.0Audio utility
| Metric | eqMac | Background Music |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Utilities | Utilities |
| AI Score | 8.0 | 7.0 |
| 30-day Installs | 508 | 1.6K |
| 90-day Installs | 1.3K | 4.8K |
| 365-day Installs | 4.2K | 23.0K |
| Version | 1.8.15 | 0.4.3 |
| Auto-updates | Yes | No |
| Deprecated | No | No |
| GitHub Stars | 6.5K | 18.7K |
| GitHub Forks | 349 | 748 |
| Open Issues | 130 | 523 |
| License | Apache-2.0 | GPL-2.0 |
| Language | Swift | C++ |
| Last GitHub Commit | 6mo ago | 2mo ago |
| First Seen | Aug 9, 2023 | Aug 9, 2023 |
Reviews
eqMac
eqMac is a system-wide audio equalizer and volume mixer for macOS, offering customizable EQ settings and real-time adjustments. It's perfect for audio enthusiasts and professionals who need precise control over their system's audio output.
Provides system-wide audio equalization and volume management on macOS.
Pros
- + System-wide audio equalization and volume control
- + Customizable EQ settings and real-time adjustments
- + Active development and community support
Cons
- - Some historical technical issues like static noise and sound crackling
- - Limited community discussion outside GitHub
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