Great apps for work, creativity, and everyday life.
Video audio image and PDF tools
OneMacApp is a native Mac utility suite for working with video, audio, images, PDFs, and text in one interface. File processing runs locally on your Mac. - Convert, compress, trim, and merge videos. - Record, clean up, extract, and convert audio. - Resize images, remove backgrounds, and strip metadata. - Merge, split, sign, and protect PDFs. - Transcribe, extract text, summarize, and translate with on-device Apple frameworks. - Rename files in batches with a live preview. A one-time purchase for macOS 26 or later. Video and audio tools require a separate FFmpeg installation; the app offers Homebrew setup. AI features depend on the required Apple models being available.
Convert files with a right-click
Convt is a desktop file converter for images, video, audio, and documents. Convert files on your computer through a right-click menu without uploading them. - Convert common image formats, including HEIC, WebP, PNG, and JPEG. - Change video and audio formats using FFmpeg. - Convert office documents to PDF with LibreOffice. - Export PDF pages as PNG or JPEG images. - Process folders in batches and reuse conversion presets. Available for macOS, Windows, and Linux with a seven-day trial. The one-time Desktop license includes 12 months of updates and continued use of that version. Pro adds optional cloud conversions and ongoing updates through a subscription.
Notes for Mac, always within reach
Flyout is a notes application for macOS designed to help users capture thoughts, tasks, and reminders efficiently. It allows notes to slide in from the edge of the screen, enabling quick access without interrupting the user's workflow. This tool is suitable for individuals looking to organize their ideas and tasks seamlessly while working on other applications. - Notes slide in from the edge of the screen for quick access without disrupting your workflow. - Supports Markdown formatting, allowing for structured notes with task lists, reminders, and code blocks. - iCloud synchronization enables access to notes across Mac, iPhone, and iPad, with offline writing capabilities. - Notes can be locked with a password for added security, encrypting their content. - One-time purchase model with no subscription required, covering all devices. Compatible with macOS 14 Sonoma and later, Flyout offers a streamlined note-taking experience directly from the edge of your screen. It allows users to capture thoughts, tasks, and reminders without disrupting their workflow. The app supports iCloud sync across devices, ensuring notes are accessible on both Mac and iPhone.
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Set timers and reminders with a single drag
Gestimer 2 is a Mac menu bar app for setting timers and reminders with a single drag. Drag down from its menu bar icon, and the further you drag, the longer the duration or the later the reminder. - Add a title to a timer or reminder before you let go. - See the time remaining as a countdown in the menu bar. - Keep multiple timers and reminders running at once. - Sync with Apple Reminders to take them to your other devices. - Write multi-line titles, with optional haptic feedback when creating timers. One-time purchase on the Mac App Store, with a free trial from the developer's website and an upgrade path for Gestimer 1 owners. Requires macOS 14 or later.
Oct 6, 2026
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Private on-device dictation across Mac apps
LocalBolo is a Mac dictation app that transcribes English speech using models running on your device. Hold fn to speak and release it to insert text at the cursor. - Dictate into text fields across Mac apps. - Choose Parakeet or Whisper speech models. - Optionally remove filler words and apply spoken corrections locally. - Restore clipboard contents after inserting a transcript. - Process recordings in memory without retaining them. One-time purchase for Apple silicon Macs running macOS 15 or later. Dictation works offline after setup, but activation, model downloads, and periodic license checks require internet access.
Speed up Spaces and window transitions
Maccelerate is a native Mac utility for faster transitions between Spaces and supported system views. It changes navigation timing rather than computing performance. - Choose Fast, Faster, or Instant speed presets. - Switch Spaces with configurable shortcuts. - Optionally accelerate supported Cmd-Tab transitions and trackpad swipes. - Trigger Mission Control and App Exposé through configured actions. - Keep settings locally with System Integrity Protection enabled. The free release is MIT licensed and targets macOS 13 or later on Apple silicon and Intel. Compatibility varies by macOS release; Mission Control detection is experimental. Pro features are planned, not yet available.
Use AI agents in any app
AtAt is a native Mac assistant that brings your chosen AI agent into editable text fields. Type @@ to request help and insert the response at your cursor. - Connect supported CLI agents, API providers, or local models. - Rewrite and explain selected text. - Use TabTab to complete text across apps. - Search clipboard history and capture screenshots or recordings. - Keep history locally, with optional iCloud sync. Requires Apple silicon and macOS 15 or later. Includes a seven-day trial, followed by subscription or lifetime purchase options. Agent services have their own requirements and costs.
Reactive sounds and MacBook motion effects
SlapMac is a MacBook menu bar app that reacts to motion with sound effects and other sensor-driven features. - Play sounds with volume linked to detected impact strength. - Adjust sensitivity and cooldown timing. - Trigger sound effects when USB devices connect or disconnect. - Animate the desktop as the lid closes. - Use a motion-triggered alarm with optional camera capture. A paid purchase for supported MacBooks running macOS 14.6 or later. The developer specifies an M1 Pro or newer supported MacBook; Intel Macs are not supported.
Record screens and stream across platforms
Videorc is an open-source desktop studio for screen, camera, and microphone recording and live streaming. The Mac version is currently in beta. - Record locally at up to 4K on supported Mac builds. - Arrange capture sources and preview your broadcast. - Stream to multiple destinations at 1080p30 on the free plan. - Keep recordings in a local library. - Upgrade for higher-quality single-destination streaming and AI publishing tools. Free studio with a paid Premium subscription. Live captions and the Orcle chat assistant are early-stage features; support varies by build and platform.
Add camera and text screen overlays
FaceScreen adds a floating camera view and text overlays to your screen for presentations, recordings, and calls. - Show your face above other windows. - Add your name, website, or social handle. - Customize camera shape, size, filters, and overlay styling. - Control the Mac app with keyboard shortcuts. - Use the Mac ring light or mobile Picture in Picture camera. One-time purchase with lifetime updates. Requires macOS 15 or later, or iOS and iPadOS 26 or later.
Plan creative projects on AI canvas
Causal is an AI canvas workspace for planning creative projects. Arrange notes, images, files, and references spatially, with an assistant that uses the board as context. - Collect rich-text notes, media, documents, and links on an infinite canvas. - Ask AI to create and organize content directly on the board. - Organize projects with collections, nested canvases, and an unsorted tray. - Start from templates for research, branding, websites, and storyboards. - Share read-only canvases or connect an external agent through MCP. Available on the web and as a Mac desktop app. A permanent free plan includes limited content and AI usage; Pro increases those limits.
Control Spotify and Apple Music anywhere
Tuneful is a native Mac app for controlling Spotify and Apple Music without switching to their main windows. Choose a notch player, menu bar popover, or compact mini player. - Play, pause, skip tracks, and adjust volume. - Choose an audio output device from the menu bar. - Save favorite songs from the player. - Customize controls, keyboard shortcuts, and mini player styles. - Use trackpad gestures and sync settings through iCloud. The current App Store version requires macOS 15 or later and is sold as a one-time purchase. Spotify favorites require an additional setup.
Organize notes and tasks on canvas
Forma is a native Mac app for arranging notes, tasks, and drawings on a spatial canvas. Build project boards and organize ideas visually. - Create cards with Markdown, checklists, and nested lists. - Draw and annotate directly alongside your notes. - Color-code cards and align them to a grid. - Track activity with a productivity chart. - Work offline and sync boards across Macs through optional iCloud sync. Requires macOS 14 or later. Available as a one-time purchase without a subscription.
Track AI usage from your Mac
Petal is a Mac app that tracks remaining AI allowances and reset times across your accounts. Check usage without leaving your work. - Monitor Codex and Claude Pro or Max accounts together. - View limits in the menu bar, a movable notch, or desktop widgets. - Browse usage history for individual accounts. - Keep work and personal accounts in one view. - Store account settings and usage history locally on your Mac. Requires macOS 14 or later on Apple silicon or Intel. A one-time purchase includes lifetime updates; AI subscriptions are separate. Additional provider connections are available in beta.
Transcribe translate and summarize meetings



Capy is an AI transcription and translation app for meetings, lectures, and voice notes. It turns speech into searchable notes with summaries for later review. - Capture live speech with timestamps. - Read translations alongside the original transcript. - Generate summaries organized by topic. - Search notes using natural-language queries. - Share transcripts and summaries. Free to download with a three-day trial; continued full access requires an auto-renewing subscription.
Learn through bite-sized book insights



Deepstash is a learning app that presents ideas from books and other sources as short visual cards. It helps readers build a daily learning habit and a personal knowledge library. - Explore ideas across productivity, psychology, leadership, and more. - Receive recommendations based on your interests. - Save insights into searchable collections. - Create and share your own ideas. - Use Pro for audio playback, offline access, and reading history. A free tier is available, with additional features through Deepstash Pro.
Collect visual inspiration into moodboards



Savee is a visual inspiration app for designers and creative teams. Discover references and organize images and videos into boards for future projects. - Browse curated design, photography, and motion references. - Save inspiration from Instagram, your browser, and the web. - Build moodboards around projects and ideas. - Share boards and collaborate with your team. Free to download, with paid plans for expanded features.
Friends' photos on your home screen



Locket Widget is a photo-sharing app that puts pictures from close friends on your iPhone Home Screen. Send quick snapshots and see updates through a widget. - Take a photo and send it to friends' widgets. - React to pictures with emoji. - Browse a history of shared photos. - Turn shared memories into video recaps. - Create widgets dedicated to individual friends. Free to download with optional in-app purchases.
Buy and sell sneakers and apparel



StockX is a marketplace app for sneakers, apparel, and collectibles. Buyers can browse listings and market prices, while sellers manage inventory and orders. - Buy immediately or place bids on products. - Browse new and used items from other sellers. - Follow releases and receive product and delivery alerts. - Track listings, sales, and selling activity. - Join live shopping events with hosts and collectors. The app is free to download; purchases and marketplace fees are separate.
Live location sharing with friends



Bump is a location-sharing app from the team behind Zenly. It brings friends, places, and conversations together on a personal map. - See friends' locations, battery levels, and current music. - Start individual or group chats directly from the map. - Save places and build a scratch map of where you have been. - Get directions and share your live arrival time. - Use ghost mode to take a break from location sharing. Free to use on iPhone.
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AI outfit styling and wardrobe planning



Aesty is an AI styling app that helps you organize your wardrobe, try on outfit ideas, and plan what to wear. Build looks from clothes you own or use a photo as inspiration. - Add clothing photos to a digital closet with automatic categorization and background removal. - Try outfits on a personalized avatar and mix them with your own wardrobe. - Generate outfit suggestions for different occasions and your style preferences. - Plan looks on a weekly calendar and assemble visual moodboards. - Identify garments in outfit photos and find shopping links for missing pieces. Free to download with paid in-app purchases and subscriptions. Designed for iPhone with iOS 18 or later. Apple lists compatibility with macOS 15 or later on M1-or-newer Macs, but the app is not verified for macOS.
One sidebar for all browsers
SupaSidebar is a macOS application that consolidates and organizes tabs, bookmarks, and applications across multiple web browsers, including Safari, Chrome, and Brave. It provides a unified sidebar interface for managing open tabs and bookmarks, allowing users to streamline their browsing experience and enhance productivity. - Displays all open tabs from multiple browsers in a single vertical sidebar for streamlined navigation. - Offers fuzzy search functionality to quickly access tabs, bookmarks, and browsing history. - Allows users to create and manage spaces and folders for organizing online activities. - Integrates with Finder to access files and folders directly from the sidebar. - Supports iCloud synchronization for consistent access across devices. SupaSidebar provides a unified sidebar interface for managing tabs, bookmarks, and files across multiple browsers on macOS. It supports popular browsers such as Safari, Chrome, and Brave, allowing users to organize their online resources efficiently.
Visualize disk space and clean up files
DiskBuddy helps you find what is taking up space on your Mac, then review files before removing them. Scan a folder or drive and explore the results through eight visualizations. - Browse storage with folder grids, treemaps, sunburst charts, and other views. - Find duplicate files by content and identify large, old files. - See app footprints including associated caches, preferences, and logs. - Compare scan snapshots to see which folders have grown. - Stage cleanup candidates in a review queue before deleting anything. Supports macOS 14 or later on Apple silicon and Intel, with external and network drives supported. A one-time license includes all 1.x updates and works on one Mac or Windows machine at a time. File analysis happens locally; activation and periodic license checks require an internet connection.
AI teammates that work across your apps
Grok Bot provides AI teammates that work inside apps and websites using a shared cloud computer. Give bots tasks from desktop or iOS, and follow their progress as they complete work. - Delegate research, reporting, operations, and other multi-step tasks. - Run multiple bots in parallel and let them coordinate in shared conversations. - Teach a workflow by demonstrating it, then reuse it as a routine. - Keep context across conversations and continue work while your laptop is closed. - Connect bots to the tools you use, with approval requested when needed. Available in beta on desktop, including macOS, and iOS through eligible paid Cursor, SuperGrok, and Teams plans. Usage allowances depend on the plan.
Dynamic Island controls and activities for Mac
DynamicLake adds a Dynamic Island interface to your Mac for music, system controls, notifications, and file actions. - Adjust volume, brightness, and keyboard backlighting from an integrated panel. - Control music and keep calendar events and weather within view. - Drag and drop files to preview, compress, share, AirDrop, or convert them. - See supported messaging notifications, calls, Bluetooth events, and live activities. - Customize the notch appearance or choose a compact miniLake layout. Supports macOS 14 or later on Intel and Apple silicon, including Macs with and without a notch. A one-time license covers up to three devices and includes lifetime updates.