SwiftBar
6.3#6 in menu bar customization softwareFree planFree planmacOS
VisitSwiftBar vs Vanilla
What both publish
| Fact | SwiftBar | Vanilla |
|---|---|---|
| Maker | The product page identifies SwiftBar as an open source project by Ameba. | The product site identifies Matthew Palmer as the maker; his main site says he runs a software business making apps and SaaS. |
| Purpose | SwiftBar runs scripts from a plugin folder and displays their output in the macOS menu bar. | Vanilla is a Mac app that hides menu bar icons. |
SwiftBar plans
- FreeFree
Vanilla plans
- Vanilla FreeFree
- Vanilla Pro$10, paid once
Pick SwiftBar if…
SwiftBar suits Mac users who want scheduled script output and interactive menu-bar items. It may also suit users with BitBar or xbar plugins they want to run.
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.