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Spaceman vs SpotMenu
Side-by-side comparison for macOS
Spaceman
7.0View Spaces / Virtual Desktops in the menu bar
SpotMenu
8.0Spotify and iTunes in the menu bar
| Metric | Spaceman | SpotMenu |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Utilities | Media & Design |
| AI Score | 7.0 | 8.0 |
| 30-day Installs | 138 | 80 |
| 90-day Installs | 463 | 284 |
| 365-day Installs | 1.8K | 981 |
| Version | 1.0 | 2.3.0 |
| Auto-updates | Yes | Yes |
| Deprecated | No | No |
| GitHub Stars | 937 | 3.1K |
| GitHub Forks | 41 | 189 |
| Open Issues | 37 | 13 |
| License | MIT | MIT |
| Language | Swift | Swift |
| Last GitHub Commit | 2mo ago | 2mo ago |
| First Seen | Aug 9, 2023 | Aug 9, 2023 |
Reviews
Spaceman
Spaceman offers a unique and lightweight solution for managing macOS Spaces and Virtual Desktops directly from the menu bar. Its integration with macOS and open-source nature make it appealing for users seeking a simple yet effective desktop management tool.
Spaceman displays and manages Spaces/Virtual Desktops in the menu bar.
Pros
- + Lightweight and integrates seamlessly with macOS
- + Open-source with an MIT license for transparency
- + Auto-updates ensure the app remains current
Cons
- - Critical issue with a blank window at startup
- - Limited community support and discussion
SpotMenu
SpotMenu offers a sleek menu bar integration for Spotify and Apple Music, providing quick access to music controls. It's ideal for users who want a seamless and efficient experience managing their music from the macOS menu bar.
Controls Spotify and Apple Music directly from the macOS menu bar.
Pros
- + Integrates both Spotify and Apple Music controls
- + Auto-updates keep the app current
- + Free and open-source under MIT license
- + Strong community support
Cons
- - Open issue with compatibility on M-series Macs
- - Lacks some requested features like a favorites button