Hand Mirror Alternatives

Hand Mirror is described as '"It’s a really useful app that I think I’ll be using a lot, especially now that I’m on a lot more video calls…" — Jay Peters, The Verge' and is an app in the photos & graphics category. There are six alternatives to Hand Mirror for Mac, Windows, Linux, Web-based and Chrome OS. The best Hand Mirror alternative is NotchNook. It's not free, so if you're looking for a free alternative, you could try ComfyNotch or CamDesk. Other great apps like Hand Mirror are Camera Preview, Mirror Magnet and NotchBar.

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  1. NotchNook icon
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    A whole new way of using macos! NotchNook is a new Mac app that transforms your MacBook's notch into a dynamic, functional feature akin to the iPhone's Dynamic Island.

    23 NotchNook alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
     
  2. Get instant access to your Mac's camera feed for quick video call checks with key features like instant camera feed, menu bar and dock access, keyboard shortcut, customizable view, photo capture, always-on-top window, and hide menu bar icon.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Mac
     
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    Camera Preview vs Hand Mirror Comments
    DustinJLandgraf
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    Hand Mirror completely failed to function after upgrading to Tahoe. Camera Preview functions correctly, and has a much simpler interface.

    • Camera Preview is Paid and ProprietaryHand Mirror is Free and Proprietary
  3. CamDesk icon
     5 likes

    CamDesk is a free, open source, desktop webcam widget, that was created as home surveillance application. Although others have used it for demonstrations even with CamStudio, and QuickTime Player for screen casting.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source (MIT)

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Chrome OS
     
  4. Mirror Magnet puts a live camera image on your desktop that stays on top of everything else.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Mac
     
  5. NotchBar icon
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    Don't hide the notch - use it. Transforms the MacBook notch into a tactile, hover-to-expand system hub for media controls and clipboard / system stats shortcuts. Ad-free and lightweight.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Mac
     
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