Muse vs LyricsX
Side-by-side comparison for macOS
Muse
6.0Open-source Spotify controller with TouchBar support
LyricsX
7.0Lyrics for iTunes, Spotify, Vox and Audirvana Plus
| Metric | Muse | LyricsX |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Media & Design | Media & Design |
| AI Score | 6.0 | 7.0 |
| 30-day Installs | 5 | 182 |
| 90-day Installs | 20 | 609 |
| 365-day Installs | 112 | 2.2K |
| Version | 4.1.1 | 1.6.3,2351 |
| Auto-updates | No | Yes |
| Deprecated | Yes | No |
| GitHub Stars | 635 | 5.1K |
| GitHub Forks | 39 | 431 |
| Open Issues | 34 | 307 |
| License | — | MPL-2.0 |
| Language | Swift | Swift |
| Last GitHub Commit | 7y ago | 9mo ago |
| First Seen | Aug 9, 2023 | Aug 9, 2023 |
Reviews
Muse
Muse is a unique open-source Spotify and Apple Music controller with TouchBar support, offering a sleek and customizable way to manage your music on macOS. It benefits users who appreciate hands-free control and customization options for their music experience.
Muse allows users to control Spotify and Apple Music directly from their Mac's TouchBar, providing a convenient and integrated music management experience.
Pros
- + Open-source and customizable
- + Supports both Spotify and Apple Music
- + Unique integration with Mac TouchBar for hands-free control
Cons
- - Lack of auto-updates
- - Inactive development since 2019
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