Utilities (117 programs)

CrossOver Games
2.7
Trial version
Enjoy Windows games natively on your Mac
License
Trial version Download
Language
English
Platform
mac
PROS: Easy to setup and use. Doesn't require Windows or a Windows license.
CONS: Doesn't work with all games. Some games still may not perform well.
CoolTerm
5
Free
Free serial port application for data exchange purposes
License
Free Download
Language
English
Platform
mac
PROS: This software can be installed at no additional charge. Multiple formats are supported so a higher degree of flexibility is offered.
CONS: There us currently no variant able to address Windows operating systems. Intended to be used by those with prior coding experience.
mFurc
5
Free
Furcadia client for Mac OS X
License
Free Download
Language
English
Platform
mac
PROS: Allows access to the Furcadia online game. Features support for Growl, Spotlight, DBS Files etc.
CONS: Doesn't auto-reconnect.
Game Hunter
3.5
Free
Sort your game collection
License
Free Download
Language
English
Platform
mac
PROS: Integrates with Apple tools. Searches Amazon for game info.
CONS: Quick Look doesn't work well. Doesn't always find game info.
Syncany
4.5
Free
Free Open-Source File Storage and Sharing Application for Personal Computers
License
Free Download
Language
English
Platform
mac
PROS: Syncany is free to download and install. An intuitive user interface is perfectly suited for novices.
CONS: Only a handful of proxies are supported. As the system is still under development some bugs could be present.
Gamepedia
4
Trial version
Taking names and keeping score
License
Trial version Download
Language
English
Platform
mac
PROS: Browse game covers. Great if you own loads of different game systems. Spotlight integration. Create smart collections.
CONS: Very similar to the other 'pedia' titles.
Second Life Notifier
4.5
Trial version
Know when your Second Life friends are connected
License
Trial version Download
Language
English
Platform
mac
Double Commander
4.5
Free
Double Commander - a valuable open source file management utility
License
Free Download
Language
English
Platform
mac
PROS: Powerful range of features. Can run operations in the background.
CONS: Cluttered UI. Lacks some standard Mac OS functionality.
iFire
3.4
Free
Unofficial client for Xfire
License
Free Download
Language
English
Platform
mac
PROS: Allows you to access your Xfire account from Macs. Shows you which servers gamers are logged onto.
CONS: Very limited in features. Not many customization options.
Friendz
4.2
Free
See when your XBox friends are online - without using an XBox
License
Free Download
Language
English
Platform
mac
PROS: Very easy and simple to use. Doesn't require an XBox to see who's online.
CONS: Very limited features - no audio and video etc.
Motion JWii
4.5
Free
Convert videos to play on the Photo channel on the Wii
License
Free Download
Language
English
Platform
mac
PROS: Quick conversion. Converts a wide range of formats.
CONS: Lacks compression options.
Pipmak
4.2
Free
Game engine for games like Myst
License
Free Download
Language
English
Platform
mac
File Helper
4.2
Free
A free program for mac
License
Free Download
Language
English
Platform
mac
Slenderman for Minecraft
3.2
Free
Slender game mod for Minecraft
License
Free Download
Language
English
Platform
mac
PROS: Brings Slender to Minecraft.
CONS: Tricky installation for beginners.
Duplicate Detective
4
Paid
A full version program for Mac, by FIPLAB Ltd.
License
Paid Download
Language
English
Platform
mac
Real Racing 2
3.5
Paid
A Full Version Emulators game for Mac
License
Paid Download
Language
English
Platform
mac
MCPatcher HD Fix
2.9
Free
Easily switch between texture packs in Minecraft
License
Free Download
Language
English
Platform
mac
PROS: Switch easily between Texture Packs in Minecraft.
CONS: Requires Java. Doesn't include any texture packs.
Zoom
3.8
Free
Play interactive fiction on your Mac
License
Free Download
Language
English
Platform
mac
PROS: Simple and clear interface. Manages IF library and save games. Reader is easy on the eye.
CONS: None.
Eihort
3.7
Free
Easy to use Minecraft map viewer
License
Free Download
Language
English
Platform
mac
PROS: Easy to use. Good interface. Great tool for finding ore.
CONS: Can be major resource hog.
VICE
Free
8 bit emulator for Mac
License
Free Download
Language
English
Platform
mac
PROS: Realistic emulation. Lightweight.
CONS: Can be tricky to work out how to load games.