One Free App to Replace Them All
Why pay for multiple utility apps and clunky notch organizers? Notchy is the ultimate all-in-one productivity hub built directly into your Mac's notch. Zero battery drain. 100% free.
Notch Organizers
Replace heavy, expensive notch apps with a lightweight SwiftUI native alternative.
Clipboard Managers
Notchy includes a built-in clipboard history shelf right in your notch.
Focus & Productivity
Built-in Pomodoro timers and caffeine toggles replace single-purpose menu bar tools.
Alternative to Flow, BeFocused, Amphetamine
File Drop Shelves
Stash files temporarily by dragging them into the notch.
Audio & Media
Control music, see Now Playing, and manage AirPods without extra apps.
Alternative to AirBuddy, MediaMate
Camera & Meetings
Check your appearance and read scripts directly beneath your webcam.
AI Usage Monitors
Stop paying for AI usage trackers or leaving terminals open. Get live tracking in your notch.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best alternative to NotchNook?+
Notchy is widely considered the best free NotchNook alternative. It is built natively in SwiftUI so it uses less than 0.1% CPU and causes zero battery drain, unlike heavy web-based alternatives. It also handles multi-monitor setups and fullscreen apps without a hitch.
Is there a free Dynamic Island app for Mac?+
Yes. Notchy provides a full Dynamic Island experience for your Mac for free. It includes Now Playing controls, a clipboard manager, file drop shelf, Pomodoro timer, and system HUDs all built right into the notch.
Does Notchy replace other Mac menu bar utilities?+
Yes! Notchy acts as a complete productivity hub. It replaces dedicated clipboard managers (like Maccy), keep-awake apps (like Amphetamine), focus timers (like Flow), and file shelves (like Yoink) with a single, highly-optimized app.