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SlimBatteryMonitor vs AlDente
Side-by-side comparison for macOS
SlimBatteryMonitor
3.0AlDente
8.0Menu bar tool to limit maximum charging percentage
| Metric | SlimBatteryMonitor | AlDente |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Utilities | Utilities |
| AI Score | 3.0 | 8.0 |
| 30-day Installs | 1 | 1.5K |
| 90-day Installs | 3 | 5.4K |
| 365-day Installs | 27 | 19.8K |
| Version | 1.5 | 1.37.3 |
| Auto-updates | No | Yes |
| Deprecated | Yes | No |
| GitHub Stars | 1 | 9.0K |
| GitHub Forks | - | 332 |
| Open Issues | - | 124 |
| License | — | NOASSERTION |
| Language | Shell | Swift |
| Last GitHub Commit | 14y ago | 1mo ago |
| First Seen | Nov 9, 2013 | Jan 14, 2021 |
Reviews
SlimBatteryMonitor
SlimBatteryMonitor is a simple battery status monitor for macOS with no official description. It provides basic battery information, though its outdated code and lack of updates raise concerns about compatibility and reliability.
Monitors and displays battery status and notifications on macOS.
Pros
- + Lightweight and simple
- + Free to use
- + Shell script-based for efficiency
Cons
- - No auto-updates
- - Last updated in 2012, likely incompatible with newer systems
AlDente
AlDente is a menu bar tool that allows users to limit their MacBook's maximum charging percentage, helping to prolong battery lifespan. It's particularly popular among MacBook users looking to manage their device's battery health effectively.
AlDente lets users set a maximum charging percentage via the menu bar to prevent overcharging and extend battery life.
Pros
- + Convenient menu bar interface for easy charging management
- + Helps extend MacBook battery lifespan by preventing overcharging
- + Actively developed with a strong community support
- + Popular among MacBook users for its practicality
Cons
- - Compatibility issues with newer macOS versions and M1 MacBooks
- - Depends on third-party solutions as macOS lacks native battery management features