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VolumeGlass

Beautiful volume control for macOS

Website volumeglass.app

What it is

VolumeGlass is a beautifully crafted macOS utility that reimagines how you control sound on your Mac. Inspired by the clean, glassy interface of iOS, it brings a modern, minimal, and delightful volume experience to macOS — all while staying lightweight, native, and completely open source.

Intent

I need it when

Minimize system resource usage while maintaining a polished volume control experience

VolumeGlass is only 10MB, uses virtually zero CPU impact, and is built with native Swift performance, making it lightweight enough for any Mac without slowing down the system

Get a one-time software purchase without recurring subscription fees

VolumeGlass offers a $7.99 lifetime license with no subscriptions, no hidden costs, and free updates forever, providing permanent access after a single payment

Quickly switch between multiple audio output devices without opening System Settings

VolumeGlass includes a one-click audio device switcher that detects all connected devices (speakers, AirPods, displays) and allows seamless switching via the quick actions menu

Control volume using keyboard shortcuts that work globally across all applications

VolumeGlass supports global keyboard shortcuts including arrow keys, Cmd+Shift combinations, and F11/F12 that function in the background regardless of which app is active

Replace the default macOS volume control with a more elegant, customizable interface

VolumeGlass provides an iOS-style glass design volume control that appears on hover and disappears when not needed, offering 5 customizable screen positions and a modern aesthetic compared to the intrusive default macOS popup

Drop

Not a fit when

User runs macOS versions older than 26 (Tahoe) — VolumeGlass requires macOS 26+ or later
User needs volume control on Windows or Linux — VolumeGlass is macOS-only
User prefers free software with no upfront cost — VolumeGlass requires a $7.99 one-time purchase after the 3-day trial
User operates on Intel Macs older than 2018 — VolumeGlass targets Apple Silicon and newer Intel processors
User requires subscription-based licensing with ongoing support contracts — VolumeGlass is a one-time purchase with no subscription model

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Pricing

USD7.99 / lifetime View pricing