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MenuTube vs SpotMenu
Side-by-side comparison for macOS
MenuTube
6.0Tool to capture YouTube into the menu bar
SpotMenu
8.0Spotify and iTunes in the menu bar
| Metric | MenuTube | SpotMenu |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Media & Design | Media & Design |
| AI Score | 6.0 | 8.0 |
| 30-day Installs | - | 86 |
| 90-day Installs | 2 | 278 |
| 365-day Installs | 25 | 992 |
| Version | 1.7.4 | 2.3.0 |
| Auto-updates | No | Yes |
| Deprecated | Yes | No |
| GitHub Stars | 126 | 3.1K |
| GitHub Forks | 17 | 189 |
| Open Issues | 8 | 13 |
| License | — | MIT |
| Language | JavaScript | Swift |
| Last GitHub Commit | 3y ago | 2mo ago |
| First Seen | May 9, 2019 | Aug 9, 2023 |
Reviews
MenuTube
MenuTube allows users to watch YouTube videos directly from the macOS menu bar, providing a convenient way to consume content without opening a browser. It's ideal for users who want quick access to videos and prefer a distraction-free experience.
Captures YouTube videos and displays them in the macOS menu bar for easy access.
Pros
- + Integration into the menu bar for quick access
- + Background playback functionality
- + Simple and user-friendly interface
Cons
- - No auto-update feature
- - Low installation count indicating limited usage
- - Limited recent development activity
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