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SoundSource vs Sound Control
Side-by-side comparison for macOS
SoundSource
7.0Sound and audio controller
Sound Control
6.0Per-app audio controls
| Metric | SoundSource | Sound Control |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Utilities | Utilities |
| AI Score | 7.0 | 6.0 |
| 30-day Installs | 375 | 17 |
| 90-day Installs | 1.2K | 55 |
| 365-day Installs | 5.1K | 323 |
| Version | 6.0.6 | 3.3.3 |
| Auto-updates | Yes | Yes |
| Deprecated | No | No |
| GitHub Stars | 68 | 16 |
| GitHub Forks | 7 | 2 |
| Open Issues | - | 15 |
| License | — | MPL-2.0 |
| Language | Objective-C | JavaScript |
| Last GitHub Commit | 7y ago | 2y ago |
| First Seen | Feb 17, 2017 | Jan 28, 2018 |
Reviews
SoundSource
SoundSource is a robust audio controller for macOS, offering advanced management of audio devices and settings. It benefits users needing precise audio control, such as professionals or those with multiple audio devices.
Controls and manages audio devices and settings on macOS.
Pros
- + Mature and reliable audio management tool
- + Supports advanced audio device control and settings
- + Includes a command-line tool for power users
Cons
- - No recent updates or community activity
- - Unknown licensing terms
Sound Control
Sound Control offers per-app audio management, allowing users to adjust volumes individually for each application. Ideal for those needing precise audio control across multiple apps, it's a handy utility for enhancing media and productivity workflows.
Enables per-application audio volume control, providing detailed management for each running app.
Pros
- + Unique per-app volume control feature.
- + Compatibility with multiple browsers via WebExtension.
- + Auto-update functionality ensures the app remains current.
Cons
- - Several open GitHub issues indicate areas needing improvement.
- - Limited community discussion may affect support availability.