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TopNotch vs Hidden Bar
Side-by-side comparison for macOS
TopNotch
7.0Utility to hide the notch
Hidden Bar
8.0Utility to hide menu bar items
| Metric | TopNotch | Hidden Bar |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Utilities | Utilities |
| AI Score | 7.0 | 8.0 |
| 30-day Installs | 191 | 2.6K |
| 90-day Installs | 726 | 7.8K |
| 365-day Installs | 2.3K | 30.1K |
| Version | 1.3.2 | 1.10 |
| Auto-updates | Yes | No |
| Deprecated | No | No |
| GitHub Stars | 89 | 13.5K |
| GitHub Forks | 3 | 381 |
| Open Issues | 1 | 143 |
| License | — | MIT |
| Language | Swift | Swift |
| Last GitHub Commit | 1y ago | 2mo ago |
| First Seen | Aug 9, 2023 | Aug 9, 2023 |
Reviews
TopNotch
TopNotch is a free utility that hides the notch on MacBook models, offering a cleaner display experience. It's particularly useful for users who find the notch distracting during presentations or app usage.
Hides the notch on MacBook models, providing a seamless display experience.
Pros
- + Free and effective solution for hiding the notch.
- + Simple and user-friendly interface.
- + Community support and positive reception.
Cons
- - Compatibility issues with certain macOS versions and third-party apps.
- - Lack of recent GitHub activity and unclear license.
Hidden Bar
Hidden Bar is a lightweight macOS utility that helps users declutter their menu bar by hiding unused icons. It's ideal for power users looking to streamline their interface, offering a simple yet effective solution to menu bar overload.
Hides unused menu bar icons, keeping the menu bar clean and uncluttered.
Pros
- + Lightweight and efficient
- + Open-source with MIT license
- + Helps declutter the menu bar
Cons
- - No auto-update feature
- - Some bugs and feature requests are open