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TouchSwitcher vs AltTab

Side-by-side comparison for macOS

TouchSwitcher

6.0
Productivity

Use the Touch Bar to switch apps

AltTab

7.5
Utilities

Enable Windows-like alt-tab

Metric TouchSwitcher AltTab
Category Productivity Utilities
AI Score 6.0 7.5
30-day Installs 5 6.1K
90-day Installs 16 19.8K
365-day Installs 49 72.9K
Version 1.4.7 10.12.0
Auto-updates Yes Yes
Deprecated No No
GitHub Stars 15.0K
GitHub Forks 498
Open Issues 57
License GPL-3.0
Language Swift
Last GitHub Commit 1mo ago
First Seen Aug 9, 2023 Oct 15, 2019

Reviews

TouchSwitcher

TouchSwitcher is a macOS app that leverages the Touch Bar for app switching, offering a sleek alternative to the Dock or Command+Tab. It's ideal for users who frequently switch between applications and want a more streamlined experience.

TouchSwitcher allows users to switch between applications using the Touch Bar.

Pros

  • + Efficient app switching using the Touch Bar
  • + Customizable interface for a personalized experience
  • + Integrates well with macOS workflows

Cons

  • - No updates since 2018, which may indicate reduced development activity
  • - May not be as useful for users who don't use the Touch Bar frequently

AltTab

AltTab brings Windows-like alt-tab functionality to macOS, offering a familiar way to switch between windows. It's popular among users transitioning from Windows or seeking a different app-switching experience.

Enables Windows-style alt-tab window switching on macOS.

Pros

  • + Implements a familiar Windows-style alt-tab interface
  • + Active development and strong community support
  • + Customizable settings for a tailored experience

Cons

  • - Some users report performance issues and bugs
  • - Occasional UI glitches and notifications post-uninstallation