PB for Desktop vs Gitify

Side-by-side comparison for macOS

PB for Desktop

6.0

Communication

Unofficial Pushbullet desktop app to get push notifications

Gitify

8.5

Developer Tools

GitHub notifications on your menu bar

Metric	PB for Desktop	Gitify
Category	Communication	Developer Tools
AI Score	6.0	8.5
30-day Installs	7	152
90-day Installs	22	472
365-day Installs	106	1.9K
Version	11.0.2	6.20.0
Auto-updates	Yes	Yes
Deprecated	Yes	No
GitHub Stars	517	5.2K
GitHub Forks	42	283
Open Issues	40	17
License	MIT	MIT
Language	JavaScript	TypeScript
Last GitHub Commit	3y ago	1mo ago
First Seen	Aug 29, 2020	May 30, 2015

Reviews

PB for Desktop

PB for Desktop is an unofficial Pushbullet client that brings push notifications to your Mac, ideal for users who rely on Pushbullet for alerts and messages. It supports core Pushbullet features and offers a desktop experience for notifications.

PB for Desktop acts as a Pushbullet client, enabling push notifications on macOS.

Pros

+ Open-source with MIT license, offering transparency and customization.
+ Supports Pushbullet's essential features, benefiting existing users.
+ Auto-updates ensure users receive the latest improvements.

Cons

- Unofficial status may lead to compatibility issues or missing features.
- Open issues indicate ongoing bugs or areas needing attention.

Gitify

Gitify brings GitHub notifications directly to your menu bar, offering a seamless way to stay updated without leaving your workflow. Its cross-platform support and real-time updates make it a must-have for developers who rely on GitHub.

Displays GitHub notifications on your menu bar in real-time.

Pros

+ Convenient menu bar integration for quick access to notifications
+ Supports multiple platforms, including macOS, Windows, and Linux
+ Real-time updates ensure you never miss important notifications

Cons

- Occasional UI bugs, such as avatar issues on GitHub Enterprise
- Limited to GitHub notifications only

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