Pelmet
5.8#20 in menu bar customization softwareFree planFree planmacOS
VisitPelmet vs Vanilla
What both publish
| Fact | Pelmet | Vanilla |
|---|---|---|
| Purpose | Pelmet hides menu bar icons and brings them back on hover, click or keyboard shortcut. | Vanilla is a Mac app that hides menu bar icons. |
| Support | The maker describes Pelmet as a one-person project with no vulnerability-reporting SLA and says acknowledgements generally arrive within a few days. | The maker offers email support and suggests including device and operating system details when requesting help. |
Pelmet plans
- FreeFree
Vanilla plans
- Vanilla FreeFree
- Vanilla Pro$10, paid once
Pick Pelmet if…
Pelmet suits Mac users on macOS 27 who want to arrange, hide and restore menu bar items, including app launchers. It also offers keyboard shortcuts and support for multiple displays.
Pick Vanilla if…
Vanilla suits Mac users who want to hide menu bar icons. Pro may fit users who want shortcuts, automatic hiding, or icons kept out of view except in the app’s preferences.