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Kaleidoscope

See every difference, in text, images and folders.

by Letter Opener Developer Tools Subscription

About Kaleidoscope

Kaleidoscope compares and merges files and folders with clarity, and plugs into Git, Xcode and your editor as a diff tool.

Install Kaleidoscope

Download it from the links above, or install it from the Terminal:

Homebrew brew install --cask kaleidoscope

Questions about Kaleidoscope

Is Kaleidoscope free?

No. Kaleidoscope is sold as a subscription.

Where can I download Kaleidoscope for Mac?

Download Kaleidoscope from the developer's website (kaleidoscope.app). MacWorthy links only to official sources.

Can I install Kaleidoscope from the Terminal?

Yes. With Homebrew, run brew install --cask kaleidoscope.

What are good alternatives to Kaleidoscope?

Other developer tools apps for Mac worth a look are Riffle (free + pro), Zed (open source), Ghostty (open source) and OrbStack (free + pro).

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