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SpotMenu vs MacTools
Side-by-side comparison for macOS
SpotMenu
8.0Spotify and iTunes in the menu bar
MacTools
7.0Menu bar toolbox
| Metric | SpotMenu | MacTools |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Media & Design | Utilities |
| AI Score | 8.0 | 7.0 |
| 30-day Installs | 87 | 744 |
| 90-day Installs | 287 | 1.7K |
| 365-day Installs | 1.0K | 1.8K |
| Version | 2.3.0 | 1.2.0 |
| Auto-updates | Yes | Yes |
| Deprecated | No | No |
| GitHub Stars | 3.1K | 149 |
| GitHub Forks | 189 | 8 |
| Open Issues | 13 | 15 |
| License | MIT | Apache-2.0 |
| Language | Swift | Swift |
| Last GitHub Commit | 6mo ago | 3mo ago |
| First Seen | Aug 9, 2023 | Jun 1, 2026 |
Reviews
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
MacTools
MacTools is a free, open-source collection of native macOS menu bar utilities designed to enhance productivity. It offers features like clipboard management, quick search, and system monitoring, making it ideal for users seeking streamlined workflow tools.
Provides a suite of menu bar utilities for quick access to productivity tools.
Pros
- + Free and open-source with Apache-2.0 license
- + Native macOS integration for smooth performance
- + Variety of productivity-enhancing utilities
Cons
- - Limited community discussion and traction
- - Not yet feature-complete