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aldente · v1.37.3 • auto-updates
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Menu bar tool to limit maximum charging percentage
brew install --cask aldente 1.5K
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Trust Score 7/10
✗ Open source (NOASSERTION) +0
✓ Active development +2
✓ Licensed +1
✓ Auto-updates +1
✓ Not deprecated +1
✓ Established (>1yr) +1
✓ Popular (>1K installs/mo) +1
Version History
v1.37.322d ago1.37.2→1.37.3
1mo ago1.37.1→1.37.2
1mo ago1.37→1.37.1
Review
Mar 10, 2026AlDente is a menu bar tool that allows users to limit their MacBook's maximum charging percentage, helping to prolong battery lifespan. It's particularly popular among MacBook users looking to manage their device's battery health effectively.
AlDente lets users set a maximum charging percentage via the menu bar to prevent overcharging and extend battery life.
Maturity: The project is active and well-maintained, with a strong community presence and regular updates.
Community: AlDente has a passionate user base, as evidenced by high-scoring Reddit posts and discussions about its popularity and the community's attachment to the app.
Pros
- + Convenient menu bar interface for easy charging management
- + Helps extend MacBook battery lifespan by preventing overcharging
- + Actively developed with a strong community support
- + Popular among MacBook users for its practicality
Cons
- - Compatibility issues with newer macOS versions and M1 MacBooks
- - Depends on third-party solutions as macOS lacks native battery management features
Community Mentions
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Feb 2026 rip AlDente 🙏
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Feb 2026 rip AlDente 🙏
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Oct 2025 Opensource Alternative to Aldente?
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