Statusfy vs Volume Control
Side-by-side comparison for macOS
Statusfy
6.0Spotify in the status bar
Volume Control
7.0Control the volume of Apple Music and Spotify using keyboard volume keys
| Metric | Statusfy | Volume Control |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Utilities | Utilities |
| AI Score | 6.0 | 7.0 |
| 30-day Installs | 1 | 10 |
| 90-day Installs | 2 | 18 |
| 365-day Installs | 15 | 55 |
| Version | 1.4.0 | 2.2.2 |
| Auto-updates | No | Yes |
| Deprecated | Yes | No |
| GitHub Stars | 690 | 264 |
| GitHub Forks | 60 | 10 |
| Open Issues | 13 | 11 |
| License | MIT | GPL-3.0 |
| Language | Objective-C | Objective-C |
| Last GitHub Commit | 5y ago | 6mo ago |
| First Seen | Aug 9, 2023 | Aug 9, 2023 |
Reviews
Statusfy
Statusfy offers a sleek, minimalist way to control Spotify directly from the macOS status bar. It displays current track information and allows quick playback controls, making it ideal for users who want a simple, always-available Spotify interface without cluttering their dock.
Controls Spotify playback and displays current track information in the macOS status bar.
Pros
- + Lightweight and integrates seamlessly with the macOS status bar.
- + Open-source with a MIT license, encouraging community contributions.
- + Displays track information and allows playback control without launching the main Spotify app.
Cons
- - No auto-updates, potentially leaving users with outdated software.
- - Recent inactivity in development may lead to compatibility issues with newer macOS versions.
Volume Control
Volume Control is a niche utility that enables users to adjust the volume of Apple Music and Spotify using keyboard volume keys, offering a seamless integration for those who prefer hands-free volume adjustments.
Controls the volume of Apple Music and Spotify via keyboard volume keys.
Pros
- + Seamless keyboard volume control for popular music services
- + Supports major macOS versions with active issue resolution
- + Open-source under GPL-3.0 for transparency and customization
Cons
- - Limited user base as evidenced by low 30-day installs
- - Historical compatibility issues, though resolved