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Vanilla vs xbar
Side-by-side comparison for macOS
Vanilla
8.0Tool to hide menu bar icons
xbar
8.5View output from scripts in the menu bar
| Metric | Vanilla | xbar |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Utilities | Developer Tools |
| AI Score | 8.0 | 8.5 |
| 30-day Installs | 74 | 405 |
| 90-day Installs | 254 | 1.2K |
| 365-day Installs | 1.2K | 3.2K |
| Version | 2.2,61 | 2.1.7-beta |
| Auto-updates | Yes | No |
| Deprecated | No | No |
| GitHub Stars | 3.0K | 18.0K |
| GitHub Forks | 782 | 649 |
| Open Issues | 31 | 186 |
| License | GPL-2.0 | MIT |
| Language | PHP | Go |
| Last GitHub Commit | 2mo ago | 1y ago |
| First Seen | May 2, 2017 | Aug 9, 2023 |
Reviews
Vanilla
Vanilla is a macOS utility that allows users to hide menu bar icons, providing a cleaner interface. Ideal for those seeking a clutter-free experience, it offers customization for selective icon management.
Vanilla hides menu bar icons to create a cleaner interface.
Pros
- + Enhances interface cleanliness by hiding menu bar icons
- + Customizable to hide specific icons
- + Strong community support and active development
Cons
- - Potential interference with certain applications
- - May require setup for optimal use
xbar
xbar is a powerful macOS menu bar tool that allows developers to display script outputs directly in the menu bar, offering customization and automation capabilities.
Displays output from scripts or programs in the macOS menu bar.
Pros
- + Customizable menu bar with script outputs
- + Strong community support and active development
- + Open-source with MIT license
Cons
- - Beta version with some lingering bugs
- - No auto-update feature