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TouchBarServer vs Pock
Side-by-side comparison for macOS
TouchBarServer
6.0Pock
7.0Utility to display the Dock in the Touch Bar
| Metric | TouchBarServer | Pock |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Utilities | Utilities |
| AI Score | 6.0 | 7.0 |
| 30-day Installs | 1 | 44 |
| 90-day Installs | 3 | 99 |
| 365-day Installs | 26 | 310 |
| Version | 1.6 | 0.9.0-22 |
| Auto-updates | No | No |
| Deprecated | Yes | No |
| GitHub Stars | 1.6K | 10.1K |
| GitHub Forks | 118 | 370 |
| Open Issues | 29 | 70 |
| License | MIT | MIT |
| Language | Objective-C | Swift |
| Last GitHub Commit | 5y ago | 3y ago |
| First Seen | Aug 9, 2023 | Aug 9, 2023 |
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)
Pock
Pock is a unique utility that brings the Dock to the Touch Bar, offering quick app access. It's ideal for MacBook users seeking a more efficient workflow.
Displays the Dock in the Touch Bar for quick app access.
Pros
- + Unique integration of Dock into Touch Bar
- + Seamless macOS integration
- + Open-source with MIT license
Cons
- - No auto-updates
- - Inactive development