LaunchBay AlternativesApplication Launchers and other similar apps like LaunchBay

LaunchBay is described as 'The Forever-Free macOS Launchpad. It's more than just a customizable launcher and an efficient way to use macOS' and is a application launcher in the office & productivity category. There are six alternatives to LaunchBay for Mac. The best LaunchBay alternative is LaunchOS, which is free. Other great apps like LaunchBay are Launchie, LaunchMe, LaunchNext and AppGrid Launcher.

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  1. LaunchOS icon

    LaunchOS

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    Replicates the native Launchpad for macOS, offering a familiar launcher interface with adjustable icon grid, vertical scrolling mode, customizable settings panel, and right-click shortcut operations, alongside unique options for efficient app organization.

    9 LaunchOS alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

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    • Mac
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    • LaunchOS is the most popular Mac alternative to LaunchBay.

    • LaunchOS is the most popular free alternative to LaunchBay.

    • LaunchOS is Freemium and ProprietaryLaunchBay is also Freemium and Proprietary
    • LaunchOS is Privacy focused and LightweightLaunchBay is not according to our users
  2. Launchie icon

    Launchie

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    Apple removed icon rearranging and folders from Launchpad in macOS 26 Tahoe. Launchie brings back the power and adds even more control to your app launching experience.

    10 Launchie alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Pay once)
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
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  5. LaunchNext icon

    LaunchNext

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    Bring your Launchpad back in macOS26+, highly customizable, powerful, free.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

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    • Mac
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    • LaunchNext is the most popular Open Source alternative to LaunchBay.

    • LaunchNext is Free and Open SourceLaunchBay is Freemium and Proprietary
  6. AppGrid Launcher icon

    AppGrid Launcher

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    Ready for macOS Tahoe? With Launchpad being replaced, AppGrid is the perfect way to keep the classic grid view you love. It's the ideal Launchpad replacement for users who want simplicity and power.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Pay once or Subscription)
    • Proprietary

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    Platforms

    • Mac
    Experience the modern, intuitive interface of AppGrid
     
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