Shifty vs Hidden Bar
Side-by-side comparison for macOS
Shifty
7.5Menu bar app that provides more control over Night Shift
Hidden Bar
8.0Utility to hide menu bar items
| Metric | Shifty | Hidden Bar |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Utilities | Utilities |
| AI Score | 7.5 | 8.0 |
| 30-day Installs | 14 | 2.6K |
| 90-day Installs | 51 | 7.8K |
| 365-day Installs | 216 | 30.1K |
| Version | 1.2 | 1.10 |
| Auto-updates | Yes | No |
| Deprecated | No | No |
| GitHub Stars | 1.3K | 13.5K |
| GitHub Forks | 35 | 381 |
| Open Issues | 34 | 143 |
| License | GPL-3.0 | MIT |
| Language | Swift | Swift |
| Last GitHub Commit | 3y ago | 2mo ago |
| First Seen | Aug 23, 2017 | Aug 9, 2023 |
Reviews
Shifty
Shifty is a macOS menu bar app that enhances Night Shift by offering custom schedules and color temperature adjustments. It benefits users seeking more control over their display settings for better comfort and productivity.
Shifty provides enhanced control over macOS Night Shift, allowing users to customize schedules and color temperatures.
Pros
- + Offers extensive customization for Night Shift settings
- + Open-source with an active community contributing to its development
- + Positive reception in tech communities for enhancing macOS features
Cons
- - Some users report issues with syncing settings and location services
- - Development activity has decreased since 2022
Hidden Bar
Hidden Bar is a lightweight macOS utility that helps users declutter their menu bar by hiding unused icons. It's ideal for power users looking to streamline their interface, offering a simple yet effective solution to menu bar overload.
Hides unused menu bar icons, keeping the menu bar clean and uncluttered.
Pros
- + Lightweight and efficient
- + Open-source with MIT license
- + Helps declutter the menu bar
Cons
- - No auto-update feature
- - Some bugs and feature requests are open