# Bartender 6 for Mac

> Organize and hide menu bar icons.

Bartender tidies your menu bar with hidden sections, triggers, rules and custom spacing, so only what matters shows.

## Facts

- Price: Paid up front
- Developer: Applause Group
- Category: Utilities
- Website: https://www.macbartender.com/
- Homebrew cask: bartender
- Facts checked: 2026-10-19
- MacWorthy page: https://macworthy.com/apps/bartender-6/

## Install

Homebrew:

```sh
brew install --cask bartender
```

## Questions

### How much does Bartender 6 cost?

Bartender 6 is paid software, bought up front from macbartender.com.

### Where can I download Bartender 6 for Mac?

Download Bartender 6 from the developer's website (macbartender.com). MacWorthy links only to official sources.

### Can I install Bartender 6 from the Terminal?

Yes. With Homebrew, run `brew install --cask bartender`.

### What are good alternatives to Bartender 6?

Other utilities apps for Mac worth a look are Ice (open source), iStat Menus (one-time purchase), Amphetamine (free) and BrowserBar (one-time purchase).

## Alternatives in Utilities

- [Ice](https://macworthy.com/apps/ice/): A powerful, free menu bar manager. (Open source)
- [iStat Menus](https://macworthy.com/apps/istat-menus/): Your Mac's vital signs, in the menu bar. (One-time purchase)
- [Amphetamine](https://macworthy.com/apps/amphetamine/): Keep your Mac awake, on your terms. (Free)
- [BrowserBar](https://macworthy.com/apps/browserbar/): Change the default browser from the menu bar, no prompt. (One-time purchase)
- [Klack](https://macworthy.com/apps/klack/): Mechanical keyboard sounds for every keystroke. (One-time purchase)
- [MacTools](https://macworthy.com/apps/mactools/): A bundle of system controls in one menu bar item. (Open source)
- [Stats](https://macworthy.com/apps/stats/): Free system monitor for the menu bar. (Open source)
- [Keka](https://macworthy.com/apps/keka/): The macOS file archiver. (Open source)

## Collections

- [Menu bar masters](https://macworthy.com/collections/menu-bar-masters/)

Tags: menu bar