Notchi vs CodexBar
Side-by-side comparison for macOS
Notchi
7.0Notch companion for Claude Code
CodexBar
8.0Menu bar usage monitor for Codex and Claude
| Metric | Notchi | CodexBar |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Developer Tools | Developer Tools |
| AI Score | 7.0 | 8.0 |
| 30-day Installs | 217 | 4.9K |
| 90-day Installs | 645 | 17.6K |
| 365-day Installs | 1.0K | 24.4K |
| Version | 1.2.4 | 0.56.2 |
| Auto-updates | Yes | No |
| Deprecated | No | No |
| GitHub Stars | 793 | 7.8K |
| GitHub Forks | 61 | 554 |
| Open Issues | 19 | 166 |
| License | GPL-3.0 | MIT |
| Language | Swift | Swift |
| Last GitHub Commit | 4mo ago | 5mo ago |
| First Seen | Apr 26, 2026 | Feb 2, 2026 |
Reviews
Notchi
Notchi is a macOS companion app designed to enhance the experience of using Claude Code by providing real-time feedback through the device's notch. It offers developers a seamless way to monitor activity without switching focus, making it a valuable tool for those who rely on Claude Code.
Notchi reacts to Claude Code activity, providing real-time feedback via the macOS notch.
Pros
- + Provides real-time feedback for developers using Claude Code
- + Integrates smoothly with macOS ecosystem
- + Actively maintained with regular updates
Cons
- - Community discussion outside GitHub is limited
- - Usefulness is tied to Claude Code adoption
CodexBar
CodexBar is a menu bar app that monitors usage stats for OpenAI's Codex and Claude without requiring login. It offers real-time tracking and integrates seamlessly into macOS, benefiting developers reliant on these AI tools.
Monitors usage statistics for OpenAI's Codex and Claude directly from the menu bar without login.
Pros
- + Real-time usage monitoring without login
- + Seamless menu bar integration
- + Active development and maintenance
Cons
- - No auto-update feature
- - Limited to single account support