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MenuTube vs xbar
Side-by-side comparison for macOS
MenuTube
6.0Tool to capture YouTube into the menu bar
xbar
8.5View output from scripts in the menu bar
| Metric | MenuTube | xbar |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Media & Design | Developer Tools |
| AI Score | 6.0 | 8.5 |
| 30-day Installs | - | 354 |
| 90-day Installs | 2 | 1.2K |
| 365-day Installs | 25 | 3.3K |
| Version | 1.7.4 | 2.1.7-beta |
| Auto-updates | No | No |
| Deprecated | Yes | No |
| GitHub Stars | 126 | 18.0K |
| GitHub Forks | 17 | 649 |
| Open Issues | 8 | 186 |
| License | — | MIT |
| Language | JavaScript | Go |
| Last GitHub Commit | 3y ago | 1y 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
xbar
xbar is a powerful macOS menu bar tool that allows developers to display script outputs directly in the menu bar, offering customization and automation capabilities.
Displays output from scripts or programs in the macOS menu bar.
Pros
- + Customizable menu bar with script outputs
- + Strong community support and active development
- + Open-source with MIT license
Cons
- - Beta version with some lingering bugs
- - No auto-update feature