Honer vs TopNotch
Side-by-side comparison for macOS
Honer
5.0Utility that draws a border around the focused window
TopNotch
7.0Utility to hide the notch
| Metric | Honer | TopNotch |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Utilities | Utilities |
| AI Score | 5.0 | 7.0 |
| 30-day Installs | 2 | 188 |
| 90-day Installs | 3 | 724 |
| 365-day Installs | 42 | 2.3K |
| Version | 1.1 | 1.3.2 |
| Auto-updates | No | Yes |
| Deprecated | Yes | No |
| GitHub Stars | 301 | 89 |
| GitHub Forks | 16 | 3 |
| Open Issues | 13 | 1 |
| License | MIT | — |
| Language | Objective-C | Swift |
| Last GitHub Commit | 5y ago | 1y ago |
| First Seen | Apr 14, 2014 | Aug 9, 2023 |
Reviews
Honer
Honer is a simple yet useful macOS utility that draws a border around the focused window, helping users quickly identify which window is active. It's a lightweight tool designed for those who work with multiple windows and need better visual cues for window management.
Honer draws a border around the currently focused window to help users quickly identify it.
Pros
- + Simple and effective visual cue for window management
- + Lightweight and resource-friendly
- + Open-source under MIT license
Cons
- - No auto-updates, relying on manual checks for new versions
- - Active crashes reported by users
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.