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Hidden Bar vs Spaceman
Side-by-side comparison for macOS
Hidden Bar
8.0Utility to hide menu bar items
Spaceman
7.0View Spaces / Virtual Desktops in the menu bar
| Metric | Hidden Bar | Spaceman |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Utilities | Utilities |
| AI Score | 8.0 | 7.0 |
| 30-day Installs | 2.6K | 138 |
| 90-day Installs | 7.8K | 463 |
| 365-day Installs | 30.1K | 1.8K |
| Version | 1.10 | 1.0 |
| Auto-updates | No | Yes |
| Deprecated | No | No |
| GitHub Stars | 13.5K | 937 |
| GitHub Forks | 381 | 41 |
| Open Issues | 143 | 37 |
| License | MIT | MIT |
| Language | Swift | Swift |
| Last GitHub Commit | 2mo ago | 2mo ago |
| First Seen | Aug 9, 2023 | Aug 9, 2023 |
Reviews
Hidden Bar
Hidden Bar is a lightweight macOS utility that helps users declutter their menu bar by hiding unused icons. It's ideal for power users looking to streamline their interface, offering a simple yet effective solution to menu bar overload.
Hides unused menu bar icons, keeping the menu bar clean and uncluttered.
Pros
- + Lightweight and efficient
- + Open-source with MIT license
- + Helps declutter the menu bar
Cons
- - No auto-update feature
- - Some bugs and feature requests are open
Spaceman
Spaceman offers a unique and lightweight solution for managing macOS Spaces and Virtual Desktops directly from the menu bar. Its integration with macOS and open-source nature make it appealing for users seeking a simple yet effective desktop management tool.
Spaceman displays and manages Spaces/Virtual Desktops in the menu bar.
Pros
- + Lightweight and integrates seamlessly with macOS
- + Open-source with an MIT license for transparency
- + Auto-updates ensure the app remains current
Cons
- - Critical issue with a blank window at startup
- - Limited community support and discussion