MacUpdater AlternativesTop Software Updaters & Software Installers like MacUpdater

MacUpdater is described as 'Scans macOS for outdated third-party apps, offers one-click updates, runs automatic background checks, and sends alerts.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' and is a very popular software updater in the os & utilities category. There are more than 10 alternatives to MacUpdater for a variety of platforms, including Mac, Windows, Web-based, Linux and Flatpak apps. The best MacUpdater alternative is Ninite, which is free. Other great apps like MacUpdater are Homebrew, FileHippo, Patch My PC and Latest.

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  1. Ninite icon

    Ninite

     679 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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    Comments about Ninite as an Alternative to MacUpdater
    gabriellux
    Positive
    0

    Indiscutivelmente a melhor alternativa para manter os softwares macOS atualizados. Fico triste apenas por não conseguir usar no meu MacBook Pro com macOS Sierra.

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    • Ninite is the most popular Windows alternative to MacUpdater.

    • Ninite is the most popular free alternative to MacUpdater.

    • Ninite is Freemium and ProprietaryMacUpdater is Paid and Proprietary
  2. 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

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    • Mac
    • Linux
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    Comments about Homebrew as an Alternative to MacUpdater
    GadgetComa
    Negative
    2

    I like Homebrew, but it doesn't provide a comprehensive scanning capability to identify installed apps that need updates. It only manages updates for Homebrew-installed apps.

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    • Some users think Homebrew is a great MacUpdater alternative, some don't.

    • Homebrew is the most popular Mac & Linux alternative to MacUpdater.

    • Homebrew is the most popular Open Source alternative to MacUpdater.

    • Homebrew is Free and Open SourceMacUpdater is Paid and Proprietary
  4. 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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    Comments about FileHippo as an Alternative to MacUpdater
    Guest
    Negative
    0

    It do not have a scanner function

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
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    • FileHippo is the most popular Web-based alternative to MacUpdater.

    • FileHippo is Free and ProprietaryMacUpdater is Paid and Proprietary
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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. 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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    Comments about Patch My PC as an Alternative to MacUpdater
    HealthAndWealth
    Negative
    0

    Patch My PC works great on Windows, but there's no macOS version; MacUpdater, believe it or not, updates only Mac.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
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    • Patch My PC is Freemium and ProprietaryMacUpdater is Paid and Proprietary
  7. 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

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    • Mac
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    Comments about Latest as an Alternative to MacUpdater
    Top Positive Comment
    docandreore
    0

    Latest is a promising alternative to MacUpdater, with a nice clean interface. However, there are too few supported apps at the moment. Right now my (now defunct) MacUpdater detects 11 outdated applications, while Latest finds only one. Still a long way to go.

    Top Negative Comment
    Guest
    0

    It misses too much apps compared to the MacUpdater

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    Bombino
    Positive
    0

    free, open source, functional

    3 of 5 comments
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    • Almost everyone thinks Latest is a great MacUpdater alternative.

    • Latest is Free and Open SourceMacUpdater is Paid and Proprietary
  8. UpdateHub icon

    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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  10. Updatest icon

    Updatest

     8 likes

    Visually convert Mac apps into Homebrew casks, manage updates, and streamline adoption with one-click options and smart suggestions. Eliminates terminal commands, supports custom casks, unified interface for updates, and automates app management for all skill levels.

    7 Updatest alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Pay once
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Homebrew
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    • Updatest is the most popular commercial alternative to MacUpdater.

    • Updatest is Paid and ProprietaryMacUpdater is also Paid and Proprietary
  11. Applite icon

    Applite

     8 likes

    User-friendly GUI macOS application for Homebrew Casks.

    64 Applite alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source (MIT)

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Homebrew
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    Comments about Applite as an Alternative to MacUpdater
    docandreore
    Negative
    0

    It only works on Casks and not all installed software

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    • Applite is Free and Open SourceMacUpdater is Paid and Proprietary
    • Applite is MinimalisticMacUpdater is not according to our users
  12. Warehouse icon

    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

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    • Linux
    • Flathub
    • Flatpak
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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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  14. MacUpdate icon

    MacUpdate

     24 likes

    MacUpdate is the most complete resource to find and download free software for Mac OS X, iPhone, and iPad. Read and post software reviews with the brightest Mac minds from around the world. Find alternatives to the apps you already use.

    28 MacUpdate alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Mac
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    MacUpdate Desktop

     18 likes

    MacUpdate Desktop makes managing and updating your applications easy and automatic. It helps you organize your favorite applications and keep track of them when new versions become available. Download and install new updates. Find out whats new. Stay up to date like never before.

    28 MacUpdate Desktop alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Mac
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