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Spaceman vs XMenu
Side-by-side comparison for macOS
Spaceman
7.0View Spaces / Virtual Desktops in the menu bar
XMenu
7.0Access folders, files or text snippets from the menu bar
| Metric | Spaceman | XMenu |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Utilities | Utilities |
| AI Score | 7.0 | 7.0 |
| 30-day Installs | 138 | 21 |
| 90-day Installs | 463 | 39 |
| 365-day Installs | 1.8K | 148 |
| Version | 1.0 | 1.9.11 |
| Auto-updates | Yes | No |
| Deprecated | No | No |
| GitHub Stars | 937 | 305 |
| GitHub Forks | 41 | 29 |
| Open Issues | 37 | 2 |
| License | MIT | NOASSERTION |
| Language | Swift | C |
| Last GitHub Commit | 2mo ago | 1y ago |
| First Seen | Aug 9, 2023 | Aug 28, 2024 |
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
XMenu
XMenu offers a sleek menu bar solution for quick access to files, folders, and text snippets, ideal for users seeking efficiency. Its customization options and cross-platform support enhance its utility.
XMenu provides quick access to files, folders, and text snippets from the menu bar.
Pros
- + Convenient file and snippet access from the menu bar
- + Customizable with support for icons and Unicode
- + Cross-platform compatibility
Cons
- - Lack of auto-update feature
- - Limited community discussion