# Macsmith for Mac

> One window for the command-line plumbing of a dev Mac.

Macsmith puts a SwiftUI front end on everyday developer chores: Homebrew packages and services, local Postgres, MySQL and MongoDB, ports in use, SSH keys, the hosts file, mise and nvm runtimes, Colima and more. Browsing is free; a one-time Pro licence unlocks changes.

## Facts

- Price: Free, with paid upgrades
- Developer: Macsmith
- Category: Developer Tools
- Website: https://macsmith.app/
- Facts checked: 2026-10-19
- MacWorthy page: https://macworthy.com/apps/macsmith/

## Questions

### Is Macsmith free?

Macsmith is free to download and use, with paid upgrades for extra features.

### Where can I download Macsmith for Mac?

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

### What are good alternatives to Macsmith?

Other developer tools apps for Mac worth a look are Cork (open source), PortKiller (open source), CaskHub (open source) and Zed (open source).

## Alternatives in Developer Tools

- [Cork](https://macworthy.com/apps/cork/): A friendly face for Homebrew. (Open source)
- [PortKiller](https://macworthy.com/apps/portkiller/): See what is holding a port, and free it. (Open source)
- [CaskHub](https://macworthy.com/apps/caskhub/): Browse and install Homebrew casks like an app store. (Open source)
- [Zed](https://macworthy.com/apps/zed/): A code editor that runs at the speed of thought. (Open source)
- [Ghostty](https://macworthy.com/apps/ghostty/): A fast, feature-rich, truly native terminal. (Open source)
- [OrbStack](https://macworthy.com/apps/orbstack/): Docker and Linux machines, light as a feather. (Free + Pro)
- [Warp](https://macworthy.com/apps/warp/): The terminal, reimagined around blocks and agents. (Free + Pro)
- [iTerm2](https://macworthy.com/apps/iterm2/): The terminal that taught macOS new tricks. (Open source)

Tags: homebrew, services, ports