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TouchBarServer vs SwiftBar
Side-by-side comparison for macOS
TouchBarServer
6.0SwiftBar
8.0Menu bar customization tool
| Metric | TouchBarServer | SwiftBar |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Utilities | Developer Tools |
| AI Score | 6.0 | 8.0 |
| 30-day Installs | 7 | 4.1K |
| 90-day Installs | 12 | 9.8K |
| 365-day Installs | 34 | 18.2K |
| Version | 1.6 | 2.0.1,536 |
| Auto-updates | No | Yes |
| Deprecated | Yes | No |
| GitHub Stars | 1.6K | 3.8K |
| GitHub Forks | 118 | 110 |
| Open Issues | 29 | 21 |
| License | MIT | MIT |
| Language | Objective-C | Swift |
| Last GitHub Commit | 5y ago | 4mo 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)
SwiftBar
SwiftBar is a powerful macOS menu bar customization tool that allows users to extend and personalize their menu bar with plugins and scripts. It offers extensive functionality for developers and users seeking advanced menu bar customization options.
SwiftBar enables users to customize their macOS menu bar using plugins and scripts.
Pros
- + Extensive plugin support for menu bar customization
- + Active development and regular updates
- + Strong community and GitHub traction
Cons
- - Some plugins may cause high CPU usage
- - Limited integration with other tools