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Setapp

One subscription for a catalog of 300+ Mac and iOS apps

Free trial · from $14.99/moUtilitiesChecked Oct 4, 2026
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What is Setapp?

Setapp is a subscription that gives access to a curated catalog of more than 300 Mac, iOS and web apps for one recurring fee. The catalog spans utilities, writing, development and AI tools, with apps such as CleanShot X, Craft, Bartender and Paste. Plans differ by how many Macs and iOS devices they cover, and each includes a monthly allowance of AI credits.

Setapp is a paid product with a free trial, starting at $14.99 / month + tax, or $107.88 / year (Mac plan). See every plan

Good for

  • Mac users who would otherwise buy several utilities separately
  • People who like to try new apps without paying for each one
  • Owners of several Macs and iOS devices, via the Power User plan

Worth knowing

  • There is no free plan; after the 7-day trial the Mac plan costs $14.99 a month plus tax.
  • The base Mac plan covers a single Mac; iOS devices or more Macs need a higher plan.
  • Unused AI credits reset each billing period and do not carry over.
  • The help center also lists an iOS-only plan at $7.99 a month and two AI+ plans that the pricing page does not show.

Key features

App catalog under one membership
More than 300 Mac, iOS and web apps, grouped into Optimize, Work, Create, Develop and AI categories. App updates are included.
Utilities in the catalog
The catalog includes Paste for clipboard history, Mosaic for window layouts, CleanShot X for screenshots, Rocket Typist for text snippets and Timing for time tracking.
AI credits and AI apps
Around 40 AI-powered apps, such as TypingMind, BoltAI and Elephas, draw on one shared allowance of AI credits. Extra credits can be bought separately.
Device coverage by plan
Plans cover 1 Mac, 1 Mac with 4 iOS devices, or 4 Macs with 4 iOS devices.
Single-app purchases
An app can be bought on its own as a monthly or yearly subscription or a one-time purchase, as set by its developer. Single apps are available for macOS only.
Setapp for Teams
Team accounts let an admin invite and remove members and manage the team's devices and apps.

Setapp pricing

Starts at
$14.99 / month + tax, or $107.88 / year (Mac plan)
Free plan
None
Free trial
7-day free trial of Setapp membership
Mac$14.99per month + tax, billed monthly ($107.88 billed annually)The full app catalog on 1 Mac, with 1,000 AI credits a month on monthly billing.
Mac + iOS$18.99per month + tax, billed monthly ($134.88 billed annually)1 Mac and 4 iOS devices, with 1,000 AI credits a month on monthly billing.
Power User$22.99per month + tax, billed monthly ($161.88 billed annually)4 Macs and 4 iOS devices, with 2,000 AI credits a month on monthly billing.

Read from setapp.com on Oct 4, 2026. Prices change, so confirm with Setapp before you buy.

Pricing in detail

Ways to pay less

  • Annual discountSave up to 40% with yearly billing

    The pricing page advertises savings of up to 40% on yearly billing. The help center lists the Mac plan at $107.88 a year against $14.99 a month.

    Stated on setapp.com
  • Education20% off the annual Mac + iOS plan for education

    Students, researchers and educators who sign up with an educational email address get 20% off the annual Mac + iOS plan: $107.88 a year against the regular $134.88. New subscribers only.

    Stated on support.setapp.com

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Common questions

Is Setapp free?

No, Setapp is a paid product, but you can try it first. 7-day free trial of Setapp membership.

How much does Setapp cost?

Setapp lists 3 plans. Mac: $14.99 per month + tax, billed monthly ($107.88 billed annually). Mac + iOS: $18.99 per month + tax, billed monthly ($134.88 billed annually). Power User: $22.99 per month + tax, billed monthly ($161.88 billed annually). Prices were read from setapp.com on Oct 4, 2026.

What platforms does Setapp work on?

Setapp is available on macOS and iOS.

Does Setapp offer any discounts?

Setapp publicly lists the following: Save up to 40% with yearly billing; 20% off the annual Mac + iOS plan for education.

Does Setapp have an Android app?

No Android app was listed when its pages were read on Oct 4, 2026. Setapp is listed for macOS and iOS.

Does Setapp have a Windows app?

No Windows app was listed when its pages were read on Oct 4, 2026. Setapp is listed for macOS and iOS.

Is Setapp open source?

Setapp is not described as open source on its own site, as read on Oct 4, 2026.

Does Setapp have a student discount?

20% off the annual Mac + iOS plan for education. Students, researchers and educators who sign up with an educational email address get 20% off the annual Mac + iOS plan: $107.88 a year against the regular $134.88. New subscribers only.

Who makes Setapp?

Setapp is made by MacPaw Way Ltd. It dates from 2017.

What are the alternatives to Setapp?

The closest alternatives to Setapp in our directory are Raycast, Alfred, Paste, CleanShot X and TextExpander. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with Setapp.

Sources for this page

The prices, plans, platforms and features above were read from these pages on Oct 4, 2026.