Capsomnia vs Hejour
Comprehensive feature analysis, ratings breakdown, platform compatibility, and community review comparison.
Capsomnia
Caps Lock keeps your Mac awake, even with the lid closed
Detailed Feature Comparison Matrix
Compare Other Tools| Dimension | Capsomnia |  Hejour |
|---|---|---|
| Primary Category | Mac | Mac |
| Community Rating | No ratings(0 reviews) | No ratings(0 reviews) |
| Community Upvotes | 160 votes | 5 votes |
| Supported Platforms | Web | Web |
| Tags & Focus | #Developer Tools#Open Source#GitHub#Mac | #Mac#Writing |
| Maker / Company | Independent Developer | Independent Developer |
| Platform Verification | Community Listing | Community Listing |
About Capsomnia
Capsomnia is an open-source macOS utility created by indie maker Taketo Fujimaki that ingeniously turns your MacBook's Caps Lock key into a physical toggle switch to keep your computer awake, even with the lid closed.
Designed specifically for developers, power users, and AI practitioners, Capsomnia allows long-running background tasks—such as AI coding agents like Claude Code and Codex, SSH sessions, large builds, and heavy downloads—to continue uninterrupted when you shut your laptop. The application integrates natively with hardware indicators, using the Caps Lock light to show whether Capsomnia is currently active. If your Caps Lock key is already mapped to another function, the app allows you to easily choose an alternative shortcut.
Emphasizing privacy and user trust, Capsomnia is entirely free, open-source, signed, and notarized by Apple. It requires no user accounts and features zero telemetry. Having already generated massive traction in Japan with over 2.3 million views and 6,000+ downloads, it stands out as a lightweight, reliable solution for managing your Mac's sleep state.
Pros of Capsomnia
- Turns the Caps Lock key into a physical switch to keep your MacBook awake with the lid closed
- Ideal for running AI agents (Claude Code, Codex), SSH sessions, builds, and downloads
- Free and open-source utility with no accounts or telemetry required
- Apple signed and notarized for secure, reliable installation on macOS
- Retains hardware feedback by using the Caps Lock light to indicate active status
Cons of Capsomnia
- Requires mapping an alternative shortcut if Caps Lock is already assigned to something else
- Limited specifically to macOS users
- Keeps the Mac awake with the lid closed, which may impact battery management if left unattended
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Capsomnia do?
Capsomnia turns your Caps Lock key into a physical toggle switch that keeps your MacBook awake, even when you close the lid. This allows background tasks like AI agents (Claude Code, Codex), SSH sessions, builds, and downloads to keep running.
Is Capsomnia free and open source?
Yes, Capsomnia is completely free and open-source. It is also signed and notarized for macOS, containing no user accounts or telemetry.
What happens if my Caps Lock key is already assigned?
If your Caps Lock key is already assigned to another function, you can simply choose a different shortcut within the app.
How do I know if Capsomnia is active?
The Caps Lock hardware light still functions and will show you whether Capsomnia is currently active.
About Hejour
Hejour is a calm, day-based notes application designed specifically for Mac and iOS users. Built to strip away the clutter of traditional productivity tools, Hejour organizes your digital workspace around the concept that every single day is its own dedicated page. This approach helps users seamlessly capture random thoughts, plan out daily tasks, and maintain deep focus.
The app offers thoughtful features tailored for minimalist workflows. You can effortlessly link different days together using the '@' symbol, track to-dos alongside built-in reminders, and locate any piece of information instantly using a unified command palette. Free to download and fully notarized by Apple, Hejour provides a serene, focused environment for your daily writing and planning needs.
Pros of Hejour
- Day-based page structure keeps note-taking organized and clutter-free
- Link between different days easily using the @ symbol
- Track to-dos and tasks with integrated reminders
- Instantly find anything with a fast, unified palette
- Free to download and notarized by Apple for Mac and iOS
Cons of Hejour
- Currently limited to Mac and iOS ecosystems
- Lacks traditional complex folder hierarchies found in heavy productivity suites
- Familiarity with day-based journaling required to maximize workflow
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hejour?
Hejour is a calm, day-based notes app for Mac and iOS where every day is assigned its own page, helping you capture thoughts and plan tasks without traditional productivity clutter.
Which platforms does Hejour support?
Hejour is built for Mac and iOS users.
Is Hejour free to download?
Yes, Hejour is free to download and is notarized by Apple.
How do I link days and search inside Hejour?
You can easily link days together using the '@' symbol and find any note or task instantly using the app's single command palette.