QuakeNotch vs iTerm2
Side-by-side comparison for macOS
QuakeNotch
6.0MacBook Notch utility
iTerm2
8.5Terminal emulator as alternative to Apple's Terminal app
| Metric | QuakeNotch | iTerm2 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Utilities | Developer Tools |
| AI Score | 6.0 | 8.5 |
| 30-day Installs | 32 | 27.3K |
| 90-day Installs | 134 | 89.5K |
| 365-day Installs | 687 | 328.8K |
| Version | 3.3.1 | 3.6.11 |
| Auto-updates | Yes | Yes |
| Deprecated | No | No |
| GitHub Stars | 4 | 17.1K |
| GitHub Forks | 1 | 1.3K |
| Open Issues | - | 54 |
| License | — | GPL-2.0 |
| Language | — | Objective-C |
| Last GitHub Commit | 3mo ago | 3mo ago |
| First Seen | Jul 25, 2025 | Mar 10, 2012 |
Reviews
QuakeNotch
QuakeNotch is a unique MacBook notch utility that transforms the notch into a customizable terminal emulator with visual effects, appealing to users who enjoy niche customization and want to utilize their MacBook's notch beyond notifications.
QuakeNotch turns the MacBook notch into a customizable terminal emulator with visual and audio effects.
Pros
- + Unique use of the MacBook notch for a terminal emulator
- + Customizable with visual and audio effects
- + Regular updates and active development
Cons
- - Not open source, limiting community contributions
- - Previous issues with window overlap (resolved)
iTerm2
iTerm2 is a highly customizable and powerful terminal emulator for macOS, offering features like split panes, hotkeys, and integration with macOS utilities. It's favored by developers and power users for its advanced customization options and performance.
iTerm2 provides a terminal emulation environment with enhanced features compared to Apple's built-in Terminal app.
Pros
- + Highly customizable interface
- + Advanced features including split panes and hotkeys
- + Regular updates and active development
Cons
- - Steep learning curve for new users
- - Occasional security vulnerabilities, though promptly addressed