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Gray vs TopNotch

Side-by-side comparison for macOS

Gray

6.0
Utilities

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

TopNotch

7.0
Utilities

Utility to hide the notch

Metric Gray TopNotch
Category Utilities Utilities
AI Score 6.0 7.0
30-day Installs 20 191
90-day Installs 63 726
365-day Installs 269 2.3K
Version 0.17.0 1.3.2
Auto-updates No Yes
Deprecated No No
GitHub Stars 1.4K 89
GitHub Forks 50 3
Open Issues 21 1
License NOASSERTION
Language Swift Swift
Last GitHub Commit 3y ago 1y ago
First Seen Aug 9, 2023 Aug 9, 2023

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

TopNotch

TopNotch is a free utility that hides the notch on MacBook models, offering a cleaner display experience. It's particularly useful for users who find the notch distracting during presentations or app usage.

Hides the notch on MacBook models, providing a seamless display experience.

Pros

  • + Free and effective solution for hiding the notch.
  • + Simple and user-friendly interface.
  • + Community support and positive reception.

Cons

  • - Compatibility issues with certain macOS versions and third-party apps.
  • - Lack of recent GitHub activity and unclear license.