awesome-native-macosx-apps
A curated list of fast, lightweight macOS apps built with native technologies instead of Electron. It helps Mac users discover good apps, including free and open-source ones.
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Overview
This is a curated list of macOS apps built with native technologies such as Swift, SwiftUI, AppKit and Objective-C, rather than Electron or web wrappers. It aims to help Mac users find fast, lightweight apps, including free and open-source ones. Apps are grouped into categories like clipboard managers, window management, developer tools, menu bar apps and PDF tools, and a short starter set is offered for new Mac users.
Key features
- Apps limited to native macOS frameworks, not Electron
- Categories from clipboard managers to terminals and video
- Starter picks for people new to Mac
- Includes free and open-source options
- Menu bar apps and developer tools sections
Best for
Mac users who want responsive, resource-friendly apps and a quick way to browse them by category. It is a list of links, not software you install.
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- 2026-09-25
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