CheckApps 1.1

Check your apps compatibility

CheckApps helps you prepare your Mac for the future by instantly showing which of your installed applications are ready for the latest versions of macOS and Apple Silicon. Eliminate the uncertainty before upgrading your system by understanding exactly which apps are fully compatible, which require updates, and which may need to be replaced.

Scan your entire application library in seconds and gain a clear overview of your software ecosystem with easy-to-understand compatibility reports. Whether you're upgrading your personal Mac, managing multiple computers, or auditing systems for your organization, CheckApps helps you make informed decisions while avoiding unexpected compatibility issues.

Built natively for macOS, CheckApps delivers a fast, lightweight, and privacy-focused experience with all analysis performed locally on your Mac.

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Version 1.1.1 for Mac
Required: macOS 14 or a more recent version for the best experience.
Universal binary optimized for Intel and Apple Silicon processors. Verified and code-signed through Apple’s notarization service to ensure a safe and trusted app. Localized in ten popular languages.
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Main features

Instant compatibility scan
of your entire Applications folder, including apps nested in subfolders like Utilities
Detects every architecture
with precision by reading each app's Mach-O executable directly, no guessing
Identifies Intel-only, Apple Silicon native, and Universal binaries
so you know exactly what will run on future macOS versions
One-click system app scanning
with an option to include the built-in Apple apps from /System/Applications
Clear compatibility overview
showing at a glance how much of your library is Apple Silicon ready
Visual breakdown
with a proportion bar and per-category stats for compatible versus Intel-only apps
Live search
across app names and bundle identifiers to find any app in seconds
Detailed app inspector
displaying version, bundle ID, file size, location, and a plain-language compatibility verdict
Recursively scans nested folders
while treating each .app bundle as a single opaque unit for fast, accurate results
Fully private
every scan runs locally on your Mac, with no data ever leaving your device