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XMenu vs WhichSpace
Side-by-side comparison for macOS
XMenu
7.0Access folders, files or text snippets from the menu bar
WhichSpace
8.0Menu bar utility for viewing and switching Spaces
| Metric | XMenu | WhichSpace |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Utilities | Utilities |
| AI Score | 7.0 | 8.0 |
| 30-day Installs | 10 | 155 |
| 90-day Installs | 31 | 367 |
| 365-day Installs | 146 | 829 |
| Version | 1.9.11 | 1.3.7 |
| Auto-updates | No | Yes |
| Deprecated | No | No |
| GitHub Stars | 305 | 648 |
| GitHub Forks | 29 | 35 |
| Open Issues | 2 | - |
| License | NOASSERTION | MIT |
| Language | C | Swift |
| Last GitHub Commit | 1y ago | 5mo ago |
| First Seen | Aug 28, 2024 | Aug 14, 2016 |
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
WhichSpace
WhichSpace provides a menu bar icon to view and switch between macOS spaces, making it easier to manage multiple workspaces. It's particularly useful for users who frequently use Mission Control or need quick access to different spaces.
Displays the current active space and allows switching between spaces via the menu bar.
Pros
- + Provides quick access to spaces via menu bar
- + Active development with regular updates
- + MIT licensed with open-source transparency
Cons
- - Limited to macOS 14.0+
- - No direct community discussion on major platforms