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launchie · v1.3.5
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7.0
Launchpad replacement
brew install --cask launchie 86
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Trust Score 3/10
✗ Open source +0
✓ Active development +2
✗ Licensed +0
✗ No auto-updates +0
✓ Not deprecated +1
✗ New (<1yr) +0
✗ Low installs +0
Review
Mar 10, 2026Launchie is a sleek and modern replacement for macOS's default Launchpad, offering enhanced customization and organization features. It is designed to improve the user experience for those who find the built-in Launchpad lacking, particularly on macOS 26.
Launchie replaces macOS's default Launchpad with a more customizable and efficient application launcher.
Maturity: The project appears active with recent commits and moderate GitHub engagement, though it lacks extensive community contributions.
Community: While Launchie has been mentioned on Hacker News, the discussions are limited in engagement, indicating moderate community interest.
Pros
- + Enhanced customization and organization features compared to the default Launchpad.
- + Active development with recent updates and feature improvements.
- + Addresses common complaints about macOS's built-in Launchpad.
Cons
- - Lacks auto-update functionality, requiring manual checks.
- - Some users have reported privacy concerns with update checks requiring Apple accounts.
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