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Shifty vs Vanilla

Side-by-side comparison for macOS

Shifty

7.5
Utilities

Menu bar app that provides more control over Night Shift

Vanilla

8.0
Utilities

Tool to hide menu bar icons

Metric Shifty Vanilla
Category Utilities Utilities
AI Score 7.5 8.0
30-day Installs 14 74
90-day Installs 51 254
365-day Installs 216 1.2K
Version 1.2 2.2,61
Auto-updates Yes Yes
Deprecated No No
GitHub Stars 1.3K 3.0K
GitHub Forks 35 782
Open Issues 34 31
License GPL-3.0 GPL-2.0
Language Swift PHP
Last GitHub Commit 3y ago 2mo ago
First Seen Aug 23, 2017 May 2, 2017

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

Vanilla

Vanilla is a macOS utility that allows users to hide menu bar icons, providing a cleaner interface. Ideal for those seeking a clutter-free experience, it offers customization for selective icon management.

Vanilla hides menu bar icons to create a cleaner interface.

Pros

  • + Enhances interface cleanliness by hiding menu bar icons
  • + Customizable to hide specific icons
  • + Strong community support and active development

Cons

  • - Potential interference with certain applications
  • - May require setup for optimal use