10 Mac Apps Worth Trying in 2026

What’s Happening

Here’s the thing: 2026 is almost upon us, and a new year is a good time to try out some new apps.

We’ve rounded up 10 fire Mac apps that are worth checking out. Subscribe to the MacRumors YouTube channel for more videos. (and honestly, same)

Alt-Tab (Free) - Alt-Tab brings a Windows-style alt + tab thumbnail preview option to the Mac.

The Details

You can see a full window preview of open apps and app windows. One Thing (Free) - One Thing is a super simple menu bar app that helps you remember the one main thing that you need to ac 10 Mac Apps Worth Trying in 2026 Wednesday 9:27 am PST by Juli Clover 2026 is almost upon us, and a new year is a good time to try out some new apps.

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Why This Matters

Text and colors are customizable, and you can use emoji. 99 Pro upgrade) - Launchy is a customizable app launcher and switcher with a radial menu interface that you can use to launch and switch between your seven favorite apps. 99) - Folder Preview lets you see what’s inside a folder or a zip file spacebar in Finder.

Tech companies have been making moves like this as competition heats up.

Key Takeaways

• Command X ($4) - Command X brings the Windows cut and paste workflow to Mac.
• You can use Command X and Command V keyboard shortcuts to cut and paste folders in the Finder app.

The Bottom Line

Hovering over an icon on your Mac’s dock will show a preview of the app and all windows from it. 99/month) - Substage adds an AI-based natural language text bar to the Finder app so you can control your Mac with simple written commands instead of tricky command lines.

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