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TouchBarServer vs Calendr

Side-by-side comparison for macOS

TouchBarServer

6.0
Utilities

Calendr

6.0
Utilities

Menu bar calendar

Metric TouchBarServer Calendr
Category Utilities Utilities
AI Score 6.0 6.0
30-day Installs 1 120
90-day Installs 3 445
365-day Installs 26 445
Version 1.6 1.20.7
Auto-updates No No
Deprecated Yes No
GitHub Stars 1.6K 2.1K
GitHub Forks 118 82
Open Issues 29 11
License MIT MIT
Language Objective-C Swift
Last GitHub Commit 5y ago 2mo ago
First Seen Aug 9, 2023 Feb 22, 2026

Reviews

TouchBarServer

TouchBarServer is a unique app that enables users to utilize their macOS Touch Bar functionality on an iPad via USB or on-screen using the Fn key. It's ideal for those who want to extend their Touch Bar experience to other devices or use it without a physical Touch Bar.

Enables Touch Bar functionality on an iPad via USB or on-screen using the Fn key.

Pros

  • + Free and open-source (MIT licensed)
  • + Supports both iPad via USB and on-screen Touch Bar functionality
  • + Actively starred on GitHub with 1650 stars

Cons

  • - No auto-update feature
  • - Low installs in the last 30 days (only 2)

Calendr

Calendr is a sleek and functional menu bar calendar for macOS that offers quick access to dates and events. Built with modern Swift technologies, it provides a clean interface and essential calendar features, making it ideal for users who want a simple yet effective date management tool.

Calendr displays a calendar in the menu bar, allowing users to view and manage dates and events directly from the macOS menu bar.

Pros

  • + Convenient menu bar access for quick date management
  • + Built with modern Swift technologies for a smooth experience
  • + MIT licensed, appealing to open-source enthusiasts

Cons

  • - Lacks auto-update functionality
  • - Known issues with crashes and navigation glitches