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Badgeify vs DisplaySwitcher

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Badgeify compared with DisplaySwitcher
DetailBadgeify logo BadgeifyDisplaySwitcher logo DisplaySwitcher
What it doesAdd app icons and notifications to your Mac menu bar Switch your monitor's video input and seamlessly transfer text and files
StageNot given Established
FoundedNot given 1992
Based inNot given US
Pricing modelFreemium Paid
PricingFree: Add up to 3 apps, one quick-access group, default icons, badge notifications, personal use only. Pro: €7 per year (approximately €0.58/month) for unlimited menu bar apps, unlimited quick-access groups, custom icon uploads, advanced automation, priority support on 3 macOS devices. Lifetime: €15 $5.95/month with 1 month free trial
Key features
  • Display app icons and notification badges in the menu bar
  • Support for Messages, Mail, Slack, Teams, and third-party macOS apps
  • Customizable badge styles: text, dot, or circle with custom highlight colors
  • Three icon style options: original, recommended, or custom upload
  • Advanced app grouping with custom names and colors
  • Smart transparency: auto-hide icons when apps have no notifications
  • Quick app launching directly from the menu bar
  • Seamless macOS integration with light and dark mode support
  • Works with Bartender, Ice, and Hidden Bar menu bar tools
  • Privacy-focused: only needs macOS Accessibility API permission
  • Switch monitor video input via software command
  • Transfer files via drag-and-drop
  • Runs on Linux, macOS, and Windows
  • Works with DDC/CI compatible monitors
  • Remote monitor switching between computers
  • KVM keyboard and mouse switching support
What makes it different
  • Monitor multiple app notifications at a glance without switching apps or unhiding the Dock
  • Perfect companion for Dock-hiding users with clean, efficient workspace management
  • Extensive customization options: badge styles, icon uploads, and app grouping
  • Privacy-first design with no data collection or sharing
  • Works with any macOS app that shows notifications in the Dock
  • Software control eliminates need for physical monitor buttons
  • Works across multiple computers for coordinated switching
  • Integrated file and clipboard transfer functionality
  • Solves OS compatibility issues with monitor software
Community votes00
DR (Domain Rating by Ahrefs)27 −1 (down) since last check29 −1 (down) since last check
Trust Flow (Majestic)220
Citation Flow (Majestic)3118
Referring domains (Majestic)1567

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