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launchbar · v6.24 • auto-updates
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Productivity tool
brew install --cask launchbar 52
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Trust Score 9/10
✓ Open source (MIT) +3
✓ Active development +2
✓ Licensed +1
✓ Auto-updates +1
✓ Not deprecated +1
✓ Established (>1yr) +1
✗ Low installs +0
Version History
v6.247d ago6.23→6.24
1mo ago6.22.2→6.23
Review
Mar 10, 2026LaunchBar is a productivity tool that enhances efficiency by providing quick access to apps, files, and actions. Its deep integration with macOS and customizable shortcuts make it ideal for power users seeking streamlined workflows.
LaunchBar enables quick access to applications, files, and actions through a keyboard shortcut.
Maturity: The project is mature with regular updates and active maintenance, ensuring reliability and responsiveness to user issues.
Community: While there is positive sentiment from older Hacker News mentions, there is limited recent community discussion.
Pros
- + Quick access to apps and files
- + Deep integration with macOS
- + Customizable shortcuts and actions
- + Support for plugins and extensions
- + Active development and updates
Cons
- - Interface might not appeal to everyone
- - Some plugins may require troubleshooting
Community Mentions
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Jun 2015 Being more productive with Launchbar
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Jun 2014 Launchbar 6 has been released
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Jun 2014 LaunchBar 6 Released
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Positive sentiment Negative sentiment Neutral / unknown