Mac Software Updater AlternativesSoftware Updaters and other similar apps like Mac Software Updater

Mac Software Updater is described as 'A streamlined solution for macOS software updates and application migration. Designed to keep your system up-to-date and bring unmanaged apps into a controlled, manageable environment' and is a software updater in the os & utilities category. There are more than 10 alternatives to Mac Software Updater for a variety of platforms, including Mac, Windows, Web-based, Linux and Flatpak apps. The best Mac Software Updater alternative is Ninite, which is free. Other great apps like Mac Software Updater are MacUpdater, Homebrew, FileHippo and Patch My PC.

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  1. Ninite icon

    Ninite

     678 likes

    Ninite is the easiest way to install software. Pick the apps you want, and the Ninite installer will download and install all of your selected apps at once, automatically. It is 100% hands-free; Ninite automatically rejects browser toolbars and other prepackaged junk.

    78 Ninite alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Windows
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    • Ninite is the most popular Windows alternative to Mac Software Updater.

    • Ninite is the most popular free alternative to Mac Software Updater.

    • Ninite is Freemium and ProprietaryMac Software Updater is Free and Open Source
    • Ninite is LightweightMac Software Updater is not according to our users
  2. MacUpdater icon

    MacUpdater

     270 likes

    Automates scanning for outdated third-party Mac software, delivers one-click updates, runs silent daily checks, sends update alerts, and keeps an update history. Free trial scans, while bulk updating beyond ten apps requires a paid license and detailed control.

    18 MacUpdater alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Pay once
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Mac
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    • MacUpdater is the most popular Mac alternative to Mac Software Updater.

    • MacUpdater is the most popular commercial alternative to Mac Software Updater.

    • MacUpdater is Paid and ProprietaryMac Software Updater is Free and Open Source
    • MacUpdater is Lightweight and Privacy focusedMac Software Updater is not according to our users
  4. Homebrew icon

    Homebrew

     189 likes

    Homebrew is the easiest and most flexible way to install the UNIX tools Apple didn’t include with macOS. Also available for Linux.

    63 Homebrew alternatives

    Cost / License

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Linux
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    • Homebrew is the most popular Linux alternative to Mac Software Updater.

    • Homebrew is the most popular Open Source alternative to Mac Software Updater.

    • Homebrew is Free and Open SourceMac Software Updater is also Free and Open Source
    • Homebrew is LightweightMac Software Updater is not according to our users
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    Glarysoft Software Update

    Automatically scans computers for outdated software, notifies users of available updates, supplies direct download links, maintains an extensive program database, allows community information sharing, and supports update details,...

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  6. FileHippo icon

    FileHippo

     302 likes

    Explore FileHippo for the latest high-quality software downloads, ensuring no popups or spyware interfere. With a streamlined user experience, discover and update apps across various categories securely. Enjoy free, reliable software updates with an intuitive interface.

    79 FileHippo alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Online
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    • FileHippo is the most popular Web-based alternative to Mac Software Updater.

    • FileHippo is Free and ProprietaryMac Software Updater is Free and Open Source
  7. Patch My PC icon

    Patch My PC

     126 likes

    Patch My PC Home Updater is a free, user-friendly software designed to keep over 300 applications on your computer up-to-date. It automates the process of updating and installing apps, ensuring your system is secure and running smoothly without the hassle of manual updates1.

    69 Patch My PC alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Pay once)
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Windows
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    UpdateHub

     18 likes

    An app that simplifies updating software on your computer. A user-friendly interface allows you to quickly check for and install available updates for your operating system and applications.

    32 UpdateHub alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free Personal
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Windows
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    Warehouse

     11 likes

    Warehouse is a versatile toolbox for managing flatpak user data, viewing flatpak app info, and batch managing installed flatpaks.

    Cost / License

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Linux
    • Flathub
    • Flatpak
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  12. Latest icon

    Latest

     33 likes

    Latest is a free and open source app for macOS that checks if all your apps are up to date. Get a quick overview of which apps changed and what changed and update them right away.

    5 Latest alternatives

    Cost / License

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    • Mac
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  13. Glarysoft Software Update icon

    Glarysoft Software Update

     6 likes

    Automatically scans computers for outdated software, notifies users of available updates, supplies direct download links, maintains an extensive program database, allows community information sharing, and supports update details, exclusions, and scheduling.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Pay once or Subscription)
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
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  15. Flattool icon

    Flattool

     2 likes

    Flattool is a command line script designed to improve user experience with flatpaks. It streamlines flatpak management tasks, making them more efficient and user-friendly.

    Cost / License

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    Platforms

    • Linux
    • Flatpak
     
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