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eqMac vs Sound Control
Side-by-side comparison for macOS
eqMac
8.0System-wide audio equaliser
Sound Control
6.0Per-app audio controls
| Metric | eqMac | Sound Control |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Utilities | Utilities |
| AI Score | 8.0 | 6.0 |
| 30-day Installs | 508 | 17 |
| 90-day Installs | 1.3K | 55 |
| 365-day Installs | 4.2K | 323 |
| Version | 1.8.15 | 3.3.3 |
| Auto-updates | Yes | Yes |
| Deprecated | No | No |
| GitHub Stars | 6.5K | 16 |
| GitHub Forks | 349 | 2 |
| Open Issues | 130 | 15 |
| License | Apache-2.0 | MPL-2.0 |
| Language | Swift | JavaScript |
| Last GitHub Commit | 6mo ago | 2y ago |
| First Seen | Aug 9, 2023 | Jan 28, 2018 |
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
Sound Control
Sound Control offers per-app audio management, allowing users to adjust volumes individually for each application. Ideal for those needing precise audio control across multiple apps, it's a handy utility for enhancing media and productivity workflows.
Enables per-application audio volume control, providing detailed management for each running app.
Pros
- + Unique per-app volume control feature.
- + Compatibility with multiple browsers via WebExtension.
- + Auto-update functionality ensures the app remains current.
Cons
- - Several open GitHub issues indicate areas needing improvement.
- - Limited community discussion may affect support availability.