NoiseBuddy vs AirBuddy
Side-by-side comparison for macOS
NoiseBuddy
7.0AirBuddy
6.0AirPods companion app
| Metric | NoiseBuddy | AirBuddy |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Utilities | Utilities |
| AI Score | 7.0 | 6.0 |
| 30-day Installs | - | 111 |
| 90-day Installs | 1 | 320 |
| 365-day Installs | 15 | 1.2K |
| Version | 1.3 | 2.8,656 |
| Auto-updates | No | Yes |
| Deprecated | Yes | No |
| GitHub Stars | 732 | 1 |
| GitHub Forks | 32 | - |
| Open Issues | - | - |
| License | BSD-2-Clause | — |
| Language | Swift | — |
| Last GitHub Commit | 1y ago | 3mo ago |
| First Seen | Jan 21, 2020 | Mar 17, 2021 |
Reviews
NoiseBuddy
NoiseBuddy allows users to control listening modes on AirPods Pro directly from the Touch Bar or Menu Bar, offering a convenient way to toggle between active noise cancellation and transparency modes. It is particularly useful for AirPods Pro users seeking quick access to listening mode adjustments.
NoiseBuddy provides a tool to toggle listening modes on AirPods Pro via the Touch Bar or Menu Bar.
Pros
- + Convenient control for AirPods Pro users
- + Quick access to listening modes
- + Open-source and permissively licensed
Cons
- - No auto-updates available
- - Limited to AirPods Pro users
AirBuddy
AirBuddy is a unique macOS app that enhances the AirPods experience by providing pairing animations and battery management tools. It offers a seamless, ad-free experience with a one-time purchase, benefiting Mac users seeking improved AirPods integration.
AirBuddy enhances the AirPods experience on Mac by offering pairing animations and battery management tools.
Pros
- + Unique pairing animations for AirPods on Mac
- + Comprehensive battery management features
- + One-time purchase with no ads
Cons
- - Limited community support and engagement
- - Fewer features compared to built-in macOS tools