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  1. Adobe Photoshop icon
     2467 likes

    Adobe Photoshop is a raster graphics editor developed and published by Adobe for Windows and macOS. It was created in 1987 by Thomas and John Knoll. Since then, the software has become the most used tool for professional digital art, especially in raster graphics editing.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Since

    • Since 2009

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Google Chrome
    • Wine
    • ReactOS
    • US flagUnited States
    Adobe Photoshop screenshot 1
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    +10
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    273 alternatives
    3.8
  2. Minecraft icon
     1072 likes

    Venture into endless 3D worlds where creativity meets exploration and survival. Craft, build, and explore to your heart’s content against ongoing challenges.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Since

    • Since 2010

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Windows Mobile
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Chrome OS
    • Android Tablet
    • BSD
    • iPad
    • Linux Mint
    • Arch Linux
    • Apple TV
    • Flathub
    • Kindle Fire
    • Ubuntu
    • Debian
    • FreeBSD
    • Raspberry Pi OS
    • Raspberry Pi
    • Playstation
    • Fire TV
    • Gear VR
    • Nintendo Switch
    • Xbox
    • NetBSD
    • OpenBSD
    • Nintendo Wii / Wii U
    • SE flagSweden
    • European Union flagEU
    Minecraft screenshot 1
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    +12
    Minecraft screenshot 3
    4.3
    Very Good35 ratings
  3. Claude Code icon
     88 likes

    AI assistant for terminal-based development optimized with advanced code understanding, codebase search, multi-file editing, IDE integration, and explicit user control.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Since

    • Since 2025

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Visual Studio Code
    • Homebrew
    • npm
    • JetBrains IDE
    • Online
    • US flagUnited States
    Claude Code screenshot 1
    Claude Code screenshot 1
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    +3
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    190 alternatives
    5.0
    Excellent6 ratings
  4. Microsoft Word icon
     941 likes

    Widely-used word processor offering extensive document editing tools, SmartArt, PDF support, and integrated search features on multiple platforms.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Since

    • Since 2008

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • US flagUnited States
    New document view
    Microsoft Word screenshot 1
    124 alternatives
    3.1
  5. 1Password icon
     640 likes

    Securely manage passwords across devices with auto-fill and vulnerability alerts, organizing passwords and notes for quick access and synchronization.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Since

    • Since 2008

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Chrome OS
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Apple Watch
    • Snapcraft
    • Microsoft Edge
    • Vivaldi
    • Google Chrome
    • Flathub
    • Safari
    • Yandex Browser
    • Flatpak
    • Opera
    • Brave
    • Mozilla Firefox
    • CA flagCanada
    Desktop & Mobile Apps
    1Password screenshot 1
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    +2
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    116 alternatives
    3.6
  6. FL Studio icon
     508 likes

    Comprehensive DAW for digital audio tasks, featuring advanced composition, arrangement, and editing tools, tailored for music professionals.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Since

    • Since 2009

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • HUAWEI AppGallery
    • iPad
    • BE flagBelgium
    • European Union flagEU
    FL Studio screenshot 1
    FL Studio screenshot 1
    FL Studio screenshot 2
    +3
    FL Studio screenshot 3
    114 alternatives
    4.8
    Excellent16 ratings
  7. Typora icon
     334 likes

    A cross-platform Markdown editor providing real-time preview, Focus & Typewriter modes, and support for multiple export formats.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Since

    • Since 2015

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Electron
    • Visual Studio Code
    • CN flagChina
    Typora screenshot 1
    Typora screenshot 1
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    +4
    Typora screenshot 3
    241 alternatives
    4.5
    Excellent36 ratings
  8. Microsoft Excel icon
     549 likes

    Microsoft Excel, part of the Microsoft 365 Copilot, is Microsoft's spreadsheet application. With the Microsoft Office Fluent user interface, rich data visualization, pivot table views, and professional-looking charts are easier to create...

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Since

    • Since 2009

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • Windows Phone
    • iPad
    • US flagUnited States
    excel 365
    A new document in Excel 2013 on Windows 8
    169 alternatives
    3.9
  9. Portal icon
     459 likes

    Portal™ is a puzzle game from Valve. Set in the mysterious Aperture Science Laboratories, Portal has been called one of the most innovative games on the horizon and will offer gamers hours of unique gameplay.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Since

    • Since 2011

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Steam
    • Playstation
    • Nintendo Switch
    • Xbox
    • Android
    • Android Tablet
    • Android TV
    • US flagUnited States
    Banner
    Portal screenshot 1
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    +5
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    19 alternatives
  10. Adobe Lightroom icon
     480 likes

    Powerful photo editing and organizing with cloud backup, available on multiple devices including mobile, web, and desktop.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Since

    • Since 2009

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • US flagUnited States
    Adobe Lightroom screenshot 1
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    +1
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    160 alternatives
    4.6
    Excellent7 ratings
  11. MacUpdater icon
     270 likes

    Scans macOS for outdated third-party apps, offers one-click updates, runs automatic background checks, and sends alerts. Free trial limits updates for multiple apps.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Since

    • Since 2018

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • MT flagMalta
    • European Union flagEU
    MacUpdater screenshot 1
    MacUpdater screenshot 1
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    24 alternatives
    4.8
    Excellent47 ratings
  12. Nonlinear video editor with customizable timeline, multi-format import, and accelerated rendering for fast editing performance.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Since

    • Since 2009

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • iPhone
    • iPad
    • Android
    • Android Tablet
    • US flagUnited States
    Adobe Premiere Pro screenshot 1
    Adobe Premiere Pro screenshot 1
    Adobe Premiere Pro screenshot 2
    196 alternatives
    3.5
  13. Eagle  icon
     111 likes

    Cross-platform tool for collecting, searching, and organizing images, videos, audio, and fonts with advanced tags, smart folders, and color filters for creative asset management.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Since

    • Since 2018

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Microsoft Edge
    • Google Chrome
    • Safari
    • Mozilla Firefox
    • TW flagTaiwan
    Eagle  screenshot 1
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    +11
    Eagle  screenshot 3
    101 alternatives
    4.5
    Excellent8 ratings
  14. Manage emails, calendars, contacts, and tasks with an intuitive interface. Features smart inbox, file management, and third-party app integration.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Since

    • Since 1996

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Apple Watch
    • Android Wear
    • US flagUnited States
    Outlook 365 on Windows
    Outlook for Mac 2016
    Microsoft Outlook screenshot 2
    +7
    Microsoft Outlook screenshot 3
    157 alternatives
    2.3
  15. SketchUp icon
     556 likes

    Versatile 3D modeling software for architecture, engineering, film, and gaming. Offers tools for both professionals and hobbyists available in free and paid versions.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Since

    • Since 2009

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Online
    • US flagUnited States
    Main UI
    SketchUp screenshot 1
    197 alternatives
    3.6
  16. Beyond Compare icon
     332 likes

    Compares files with source control integration, supports FTP and cloud storage, offers 3-way merge, and uses commands to manage syncs and differences.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Since

    • Since 2009

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • US flagUnited States
    Folder compare
    Text compare
    Folder merge
    +3
    Text merge
    93 alternatives
    4.3
    Very Good14 ratings
  17. Mattermost icon
     257 likes

    Self-hosted platform for chat, workflow automation, voice calls, screen sharing, AI-powered features, third-party integrations, and team messaging.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Since

    • Since 2015

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Self-Hosted
    • JavaScript
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
    • Go (Programming Language)
    • Cloudron
    • US flagUnited States
    Mattermost screenshot 1
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    157 alternatives
    3.5
  18. TIDAL icon
     91 likes

    Tidal is the world’s first music service with High Fidelity sound quality, High Definition music videos and Curated Editorial by music journalists, artists and experts, making for a simply superior experience.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Since

    • Since 2015

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Android Auto
    • Apple TV
    • Flathub
    • Android TV
    • Chromecast
    • NO flagNorway
    TIDAL screenshot 1
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    128 alternatives
    4.1
    Very Good11 ratings
  19. Scrivener icon
     268 likes

    Ideal for long writing projects with flexibility in structure, Scrivener integrates easy project outlines and allows seamless restructuring with drag and drop.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Since

    • Since 2009

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • iPhone
    • iPad
    • PlayOnLinux - PlayOnMac
    • Wine
    • GB flagUnited Kingdom
    Scrivener screenshot 1
    Scrivener screenshot 1
    Grow your manuscript your way
    +9
    See the forest or the trees
    222 alternatives
    3.2
  20. Codex icon
     28 likes

    One agent for everywhere you code. Powered by OpenAI’s frontier coding models and included in ChatGPT Plus, Pro, Business, Enterprise, and Edu.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Since

    • Since 2025

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Cursor
    • JetBrains IDE
    • Windsurf
    • Visual Studio Code
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
    • Node.JS
    • Microsoft Visual Studio
    • US flagUnited States
    Codex screenshot 1
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    +2
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    162 alternatives
  21. Apple Music icon
     174 likes

    Apple Music is all about the music, with the highest audio quality; exclusive, in-depth content and unparalleled access to the artists you love–all ad-free.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Since

    • Since 2015

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • iPad
    • Apple Watch
    • Apple Car Play
    • Xbox
    • US flagUnited States
    Apple Music screenshot 1
    Apple Music screenshot 1
    Apple Music screenshot 2
    +5
    Apple Music screenshot 3
    169 alternatives
    4.0
    Very Good9 ratings