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Gray vs Desktop Composer

Side-by-side comparison for macOS

Gray

6.0
Utilities

Tool to set light or dark appearance on a per-app basis

Desktop Composer

6.5
System Tools

Appearance manager for the system and individual applications

Metric Gray Desktop Composer
Category Utilities System Tools
AI Score 6.0 6.5
30-day Installs 20 2
90-day Installs 63 48
365-day Installs 269 48
Version 0.17.0 1.1
Auto-updates No Yes
Deprecated No No
GitHub Stars 1.4K -
GitHub Forks 50 -
Open Issues 21 -
License NOASSERTION MIT
Language Swift
Last GitHub Commit 3y ago 6mo ago
First Seen Aug 9, 2023 Feb 10, 2026

Reviews

Gray

Gray allows users to set light or dark mode on a per-app basis, providing a unique customization option for macOS Mojave and later. It is ideal for users who want tailored appearance settings for different applications.

Gray enables users to set the light or dark appearance for individual applications on macOS.

Pros

  • + Allows per-app customization of light and dark mode
  • + Free and open-source software
  • + Supports macOS Mojave and later versions

Cons

  • - No auto-update feature requires manual checks for updates
  • - Not actively maintained, which may affect future compatibility

Desktop Composer

Desktop Composer is a macOS app that allows users to easily switch between different desktop and application themes. It offers a quick and efficient way to customize the appearance of both the system and individual applications, making it ideal for users who enjoy personalizing their digital environment.

Desktop Composer enables users to manage and switch between different appearance themes for their macOS system and individual applications.

Pros

  • + Quick and easy theme switching for both system and applications
  • + Customization options for personalizing the digital environment
  • + Integration with Alfred workflow for enhanced productivity

Cons

  • - Limited community support and engagement
  • - Potential concerns about long-term updates and maintenance