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XMenu vs SpotMenu
Side-by-side comparison for macOS
XMenu
7.0Access folders, files or text snippets from the menu bar
SpotMenu
8.0Spotify and iTunes in the menu bar
| Metric | XMenu | SpotMenu |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Utilities | Media & Design |
| AI Score | 7.0 | 8.0 |
| 30-day Installs | 21 | 80 |
| 90-day Installs | 39 | 284 |
| 365-day Installs | 148 | 981 |
| Version | 1.9.11 | 2.3.0 |
| Auto-updates | No | Yes |
| Deprecated | No | No |
| GitHub Stars | 305 | 3.1K |
| GitHub Forks | 29 | 189 |
| Open Issues | 2 | 13 |
| License | NOASSERTION | MIT |
| Language | C | Swift |
| Last GitHub Commit | 1y ago | 2mo ago |
| First Seen | Aug 28, 2024 | Aug 9, 2023 |
Reviews
XMenu
XMenu offers a sleek menu bar solution for quick access to files, folders, and text snippets, ideal for users seeking efficiency. Its customization options and cross-platform support enhance its utility.
XMenu provides quick access to files, folders, and text snippets from the menu bar.
Pros
- + Convenient file and snippet access from the menu bar
- + Customizable with support for icons and Unicode
- + Cross-platform compatibility
Cons
- - Lack of auto-update feature
- - Limited community discussion
SpotMenu
SpotMenu offers a sleek menu bar integration for Spotify and Apple Music, providing quick access to music controls. It's ideal for users who want a seamless and efficient experience managing their music from the macOS menu bar.
Controls Spotify and Apple Music directly from the macOS menu bar.
Pros
- + Integrates both Spotify and Apple Music controls
- + Auto-updates keep the app current
- + Free and open-source under MIT license
- + Strong community support
Cons
- - Open issue with compatibility on M-series Macs
- - Lacks some requested features like a favorites button