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FastScripts vs xbar

Side-by-side comparison for macOS

FastScripts

6.0
Developer Tools

Tool for running time-saving scripts

xbar

8.5
Developer Tools

View output from scripts in the menu bar

Metric FastScripts xbar
Category Developer Tools Developer Tools
AI Score 6.0 8.5
30-day Installs 16 403
90-day Installs 46 1.2K
365-day Installs 165 3.2K
Version 3.3.8 2.1.7-beta
Auto-updates Yes No
Deprecated No No
GitHub Stars 2 18.0K
GitHub Forks - 649
Open Issues - 186
License MIT
Language Shell Go
Last GitHub Commit 4y ago 1y ago
First Seen Dec 14, 2013 Aug 9, 2023

Reviews

FastScripts

FastScripts is a tool designed to help users run and manage time-saving scripts efficiently. It offers integration with macOS and a collection of practical scripts, benefiting developers, system administrators, and anyone looking to automate tasks.

FastScripts allows users to run and manage time-saving scripts on their macOS system.

Pros

  • + Saves time by automating tasks through scripts
  • + Integrates well with macOS for a seamless experience
  • + Auto-updates ensure the tool remains current

Cons

  • - Limited community support and engagement
  • - Unknown license may raise concerns for some users

xbar

xbar is a powerful macOS menu bar tool that allows developers to display script outputs directly in the menu bar, offering customization and automation capabilities.

Displays output from scripts or programs in the macOS menu bar.

Pros

  • + Customizable menu bar with script outputs
  • + Strong community support and active development
  • + Open-source with MIT license

Cons

  • - Beta version with some lingering bugs
  • - No auto-update feature