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MenuTube vs YouTube Music
Side-by-side comparison for macOS
MenuTube
6.0Tool to capture YouTube into the menu bar
YouTube Music
6.0App wrapper for music.youtube.com
| Metric | MenuTube | YouTube Music |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Media & Design | Media & Design |
| AI Score | 6.0 | 6.0 |
| 30-day Installs | - | 131 |
| 90-day Installs | 2 | 403 |
| 365-day Installs | 25 | 1.8K |
| Version | 1.7.4 | 1.3.3 |
| Auto-updates | No | Yes |
| Deprecated | Yes | No |
| GitHub Stars | 126 | 2.8K |
| GitHub Forks | 17 | 199 |
| Open Issues | 8 | 109 |
| License | — | MIT |
| Language | JavaScript | Swift |
| Last GitHub Commit | 3y ago | 2y ago |
| First Seen | May 9, 2019 | Jun 27, 2018 |
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
YouTube Music
YouTube Music is a macOS app wrapper for music.youtube.com, offering a desktop interface for YouTube Music. It benefits users looking for a dedicated app experience for YouTube Music, integrating with macOS features.
Provides a desktop application interface for YouTube Music streaming service.
Pros
- + Open-source with a permissive MIT license
- + Integrates well with macOS ecosystem
- + Auto-updates for the latest features and fixes
Cons
- - Some functional issues reported by users, such as media key problems
- - Open issues may indicate areas needing improvement