LyricsX vs SpotMenu
Side-by-side comparison for macOS
LyricsX
7.0Lyrics for iTunes, Spotify, Vox and Audirvana Plus
SpotMenu
8.0Spotify and iTunes in the menu bar
| Metric | LyricsX | SpotMenu |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Media & Design | Media & Design |
| AI Score | 7.0 | 8.0 |
| 30-day Installs | 240 | 80 |
| 90-day Installs | 607 | 284 |
| 365-day Installs | 2.1K | 981 |
| Version | 1.6.3,2351 | 2.3.0 |
| Auto-updates | Yes | Yes |
| Deprecated | No | No |
| GitHub Stars | 5.1K | 3.1K |
| GitHub Forks | 431 | 189 |
| Open Issues | 307 | 13 |
| License | MPL-2.0 | MIT |
| Language | Swift | Swift |
| Last GitHub Commit | 7mo ago | 2mo ago |
| First Seen | Aug 9, 2023 | Aug 9, 2023 |
Reviews
LyricsX
LyricsX offers a unique floating karaoke-style lyrics experience for macOS users, syncing with popular music players like Spotify and Apple Music. It supports multiple platforms and provides a seamless way to enjoy lyrics without interrupting your workflow.
LyricsX displays synced lyrics in a floating window for music players like Spotify, Apple Music, and others.
Pros
- + Supports multiple music platforms including Spotify and Apple Music
- + Floating lyrics window enhances user experience
- + Actively maintained with regular updates
Cons
- - Some users report issues with specific music players
- - Occasional need to restart the app between songs
SpotMenu
SpotMenu offers a sleek menu bar integration for Spotify and Apple Music, providing quick access to music controls. It's ideal for users who want a seamless and efficient experience managing their music from the macOS menu bar.
Controls Spotify and Apple Music directly from the macOS menu bar.
Pros
- + Integrates both Spotify and Apple Music controls
- + Auto-updates keep the app current
- + Free and open-source under MIT license
- + Strong community support
Cons
- - Open issue with compatibility on M-series Macs
- - Lacks some requested features like a favorites button