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SaneSideButtons vs OnlySwitch
Side-by-side comparison for macOS
SaneSideButtons
7.0Menu bar app that enables system-wide navigation using side mouse buttons
OnlySwitch
8.0System and utility switches
| Metric | SaneSideButtons | OnlySwitch |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Utilities | Utilities |
| AI Score | 7.0 | 8.0 |
| 30-day Installs | 237 | 343 |
| 90-day Installs | 641 | 1.2K |
| 365-day Installs | 3.4K | 7.8K |
| Version | 1.4.1 | 2.6.7 |
| Auto-updates | No | Yes |
| Deprecated | No | No |
| GitHub Stars | 645 | 5.5K |
| GitHub Forks | 27 | 232 |
| Open Issues | 14 | 55 |
| License | GPL-2.0 | MIT |
| Language | Swift | Swift |
| Last GitHub Commit | 3mo ago | 2mo ago |
| First Seen | Aug 9, 2023 | Aug 7, 2023 |
Reviews
SaneSideButtons
SaneSideButtons is a unique menu bar app that enables system-wide navigation using side mouse buttons, making it ideal for users with third-party mice seeking enhanced navigation capabilities.
Enables system-wide navigation using side mouse buttons through a menu bar app.
Pros
- + System-wide navigation functionality for side mouse buttons.
- + Always accessible via the menu bar.
- + Supports third-party mice.
Cons
- - Lacks auto-update functionality.
- - Compatibility issues with macOS 14.1.
OnlySwitch
OnlySwitch is a versatile menu bar app offering system tweaks like hiding the MacBook notch, dark mode, AirPods, and Shortcuts integration. It benefits users seeking quick access to system settings.
OnlySwitch provides a menu bar interface for system settings and utility switches.
Pros
- + All-in-one design for system tweaks
- + Unique MacBook notch hiding feature
- + Dark mode, AirPods, and Shortcuts integration
- + Auto-updates
Cons
- - Past stability issues with macOS updates
- - Some users may find features overwhelming