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SketchyBar vs Bartender: catalog facts
SketchyBar	Bartender
Free Free and open source.	Paid Paid Mac utility with a free trial.
macOS	macOS
Every item is defined by your own scripts Configuration can be changed while the bar runs	Cleans up crowded menu bars without removing functionality Automation rules reduce manual clicking
macOS only Needs shell scripting to get a useful setup	Mac only Paid license required after the trial
Downloadable app	Downloadable app
Open source	Closed source
License: GPL-3.0	License not stated
No account needed	Not stated if an account is needed
Works offline	Not stated if it works offline
Official website Full listing and sources Checked September 24, 2026	Official website Full listing and sources Checked September 22, 2026

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