Unclutter vs TG Pro

Unclutter6.9Visit TG Pro6.7Visit

Higher score Unclutter #7 in Menu Bar Apps 6.9/10 From $20 · 10-day trial ✓ 3 of 3 features Visit Unclutter

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TG Pro #8 in Menu Bar Apps 6.7/10 Free plan · paid from $10 · 14-day trial Free plan✓ 3 of 3 features Visit TG Pro

• Unclutter fits best

  Mac users wanting clipboard, notes, and file-drop panels

• TG Pro fits best

  Mac users wanting fan and temperature controls

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Side by side

Feature	Unclutter 6.9/10 Visit ↗	TG Pro 6.7/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score	6.9	6.7
Ranking	#7 in Menu Bar Apps	#8 in Menu Bar Apps
Best for	Mac users wanting clipboard, notes, and file-drop panels	Mac users wanting fan and temperature controls
Pricing model	Paid	Free plan + paid
Starting price	$20one-time	$10one-time (best)
Free plan	—	✓ (best)
Free trial	—	—
Free trial length	10 days · no card needed	14 days
Deployment	Desktop	Desktop
Platforms	macOS	macOS
Support	Email	Email, Docs
Integrations	3 integrations	1 integrations
Built for	Solo, Small business	Solo, Small business, Enterprise
Features Unclutter 3/3 · TG Pro 3/3
Keyboard shortcuts	✓	✓
Automation support	✓	✓
Intel Mac support	✓	✓
Specs
macOS versions	macOS 10.13 and later (including macOS 26 Tahoe)	macOS 10.13 High Sierra through macOS 26 Tahoe
Primary function	Clipboard	Monitor
Menu bar items	Not published	Not published
Our review
Pros	Combines clipboard history, file drop and searchable quick notes Panels work across desktops, displays and fullscreen spaces AppleScript commands support basic file and note automation	Monitors temperatures across CPU, GPU, battery, drives, and other components Offers manual fan control and configurable automatic fan rules Free plan includes features except hardware diagnostics
Cons	Runs on macOS only No free plan; the trial lasts 10 days Automation is focused on basic AppleScript file and note commands	Hardware diagnostics require the paid license The license covers up to three personal Macs or one business Mac Its scope is limited to monitoring and controlling Mac hardware
Our verdict	Unclutter is a macOS menu-bar utility that brings clipboard history, a file drop zone and quick notes into three configurable panels. It suits solo users and small teams who want frequently used content available without opening separate… Read the review →	TG Pro brings Mac temperature and fan information into a menu bar dropdown, with a detailed main window for closer inspection. It monitors components including the CPU, GPU, logic board, drives, and battery, and can show fan speeds,… Read the review →

Strengths and trade-offs

• Unclutter — where it wins

  • Combines clipboard history, file drop and searchable quick notes
  • Panels work across desktops, displays and fullscreen spaces
  • AppleScript commands support basic file and note automation

  Where it doesn't

  • Runs on macOS only
  • No free plan; the trial lasts 10 days
  • Automation is focused on basic AppleScript file and note commands

• TG Pro — where it wins

  • Monitors temperatures across CPU, GPU, battery, drives, and other components
  • Offers manual fan control and configurable automatic fan rules
  • Free plan includes features except hardware diagnostics

  Where it doesn't

  • Hardware diagnostics require the paid license
  • The license covers up to three personal Macs or one business Mac
  • Its scope is limited to monitoring and controlling Mac hardware

• Unclutter6.9/10 · From $20 · 10-day trial

  A focused Mac menu-bar workspace for clipboard, files and notes.

  Visit UnclutterFull verdict →
• TG Pro6.7/10 · Free plan · paid from $10 · 14-day trial

  A focused macOS utility for sensor monitoring, alerts, and fan control.

  Visit TG ProFull verdict →