NoiseBuddy vs PairPods
Side-by-side comparison for macOS
NoiseBuddy
7.0PairPods
8.0Share audio between two Bluetooth devices
| Metric | NoiseBuddy | PairPods |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Utilities | Utilities |
| AI Score | 7.0 | 8.0 |
| 30-day Installs | - | 66 |
| 90-day Installs | 1 | 222 |
| 365-day Installs | 15 | 475 |
| Version | 1.3 | 0.7.0 |
| Auto-updates | No | Yes |
| Deprecated | Yes | No |
| GitHub Stars | 732 | 344 |
| GitHub Forks | 32 | 7 |
| Open Issues | - | 2 |
| License | BSD-2-Clause | MIT |
| Language | Swift | Swift |
| Last GitHub Commit | 1y ago | 2mo ago |
| First Seen | Jan 21, 2020 | Feb 28, 2025 |
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
PairPods
PairPods is a free, open-source macOS app that simplifies sharing audio between two Bluetooth devices, offering a user-friendly solution for those with multiple devices. Its key features include ease of use and customization options, making it ideal for users looking to enhance their audio experience.
Enables sharing of audio output between two Bluetooth devices on a Mac.
Pros
- + Free and open-source with transparent development.
- + User-friendly interface for easy audio sharing.
- + Customizable audio output settings.
Cons
- - Current bugs affecting audio quality and device compatibility.
- - Limited support for older Mac models.