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eqMac vs BetterAudio

Side-by-side comparison for macOS

eqMac

8.0
Utilities

System-wide audio equaliser

BetterAudio

6.0
Utilities

Per-app volume, EQ and audio device control

Metric eqMac BetterAudio
Category Utilities Utilities
AI Score 8.0 6.0
30-day Installs 541 71
90-day Installs 1.5K 71
365-day Installs 5.3K 71
Version 1.9.2 26.6.2
Auto-updates Yes No
Deprecated No No
GitHub Stars 6.5K 474
GitHub Forks 349 9
Open Issues 130 52
License Apache-2.0 —
Language Swift TypeScript
Last GitHub Commit 11mo ago 8d ago
First Seen Aug 9, 2023 Oct 11, 2026

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

BetterAudio

BetterAudio offers per-app volume control, EQ, and audio device management, making it ideal for users needing precise audio settings across applications.

Controls audio settings for individual apps, including volume, equalizer, and device selection.

Pros

  • + Per-app audio controls provide precise management.
  • + EQ customization enhances audio experience.
  • + Active development ensures ongoing improvements.

Cons

  • - Unknown license raises concerns about usage terms.
  • - Zero recent installs indicate low current popularity.