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TextBar vs OnlySwitch
Side-by-side comparison for macOS
TextBar
5.0Add any text to menu bar
OnlySwitch
8.0System and utility switches
| Metric | TextBar | OnlySwitch |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Utilities | Utilities |
| AI Score | 5.0 | 8.0 |
| 30-day Installs | 3 | 299 |
| 90-day Installs | 8 | 936 |
| 365-day Installs | 41 | 6.2K |
| Version | 3.5.6 | 2.6.9 |
| Auto-updates | Yes | Yes |
| Deprecated | Yes | No |
| GitHub Stars | 8 | 5.5K |
| GitHub Forks | - | 232 |
| Open Issues | - | 55 |
| License | — | MIT |
| Language | Shell | Swift |
| Last GitHub Commit | 11y ago | 4mo ago |
| First Seen | Jul 3, 2015 | Aug 7, 2023 |
Reviews
TextBar
TextBar is a simple yet useful macOS app that allows users to display any text in the menu bar, perfect for those who need quick access to notes, reminders, or frequently used information. Its customization options make it a handy tool for enhancing productivity.
TextBar adds customizable text snippets to the macOS menu bar.
Pros
- + Customizable text display
- + Simple and straightforward interface
- + Auto-updates available
Cons
- - Outdated project with no recent updates
- - Limited community support
OnlySwitch
OnlySwitch is a versatile menu bar app offering system tweaks like hiding the MacBook notch, dark mode, AirPods, and Shortcuts integration. It benefits users seeking quick access to system settings.
OnlySwitch provides a menu bar interface for system settings and utility switches.
Pros
- + All-in-one design for system tweaks
- + Unique MacBook notch hiding feature
- + Dark mode, AirPods, and Shortcuts integration
- + Auto-updates
Cons
- - Past stability issues with macOS updates
- - Some users may find features overwhelming