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WidgetToggler vs AltTab

Side-by-side comparison for macOS

WidgetToggler

6.0
Utilities

Tool to toggle the visibility of homescreen widgets

AltTab

7.5
Utilities

Enable Windows-like alt-tab

Metric WidgetToggler AltTab
Category Utilities Utilities
AI Score 6.0 7.5
30-day Installs 6 6.1K
90-day Installs 18 19.8K
365-day Installs 51 72.8K
Version 1.2.0 10.12.0
Auto-updates No Yes
Deprecated No No
GitHub Stars 126 15.0K
GitHub Forks 6 498
Open Issues 6 57
License MIT GPL-3.0
Language Swift Swift
Last GitHub Commit 2y ago 1mo ago
First Seen Dec 3, 2024 Oct 15, 2019

Reviews

WidgetToggler

WidgetToggler is a macOS utility that allows users to easily toggle the visibility of homescreen widgets. It provides a quick and convenient way to manage widgets without delving into system settings, benefiting users who want to customize their desktop layout.

WidgetToggler enables users to show or hide homescreen widgets with ease.

Pros

  • + Convenient widget management tool
  • + Adds a tray bar icon for easy access
  • + Free and open-source under MIT license

Cons

  • - No auto-updates available
  • - Reports of the app not working reliably

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