Version Tracker
Version Tracker scans macOS applications and packages, reports available updates, and checks security signals including code signing, Gatekeeper assessment, …
What Version Tracker is
Version Tracker scans macOS applications and packages, reports available updates, and checks security signals including code signing, Gatekeeper assessment, notarization, CVE data, and macOS Security Advisory data. It covers 51 sources, such as the Mac App Store, Homebrew, GitHub Releases, package managers, editor extensions, and AI tools. Licensed users can install eligible updates individually or use Update All. Users can capture software inventories, compare snapshots, and export them as JSON, CSV, or Markdown. The app runs locally and does not transmit the software inventory, though it makes network requests for license validation and queries to official software sources. It supports macOS 15 (Sequoia) and later on Apple Silicon and Intel Macs. A one-time 7-day trial of the full version starts automatically without a credit card; afterward, the free tier retains scanning and inventory but not one-click update installs. The Family plan covers up to five Macs. Paid options include one-time and yearly plans; listed amounts exclude VAT, and some plans sell major versions separately.
Good
- Scans 51 software sources.
- Checks code signing, notarization, and vulnerability data.
- Exports inventory snapshots as JSON, CSV, or Markdown.
- Runs locally without transmitting the software inventory.
Watch out
- Requires macOS 15 (Sequoia) or later.
- Free tier lacks one-click update installs after trial.
- Paid plan amounts exclude VAT.
- Some one-time plans sell major versions separately.
Who it suits
Version Tracker suits Mac users who want to scan installed applications, check updates, and keep software inventories. Its Family plan is described for families and small teams and covers up to five Macs.
Verdict
Version Tracker combines broad source scanning with security checks, inventory snapshots, and update installation for licensed users. Review the plan limits and update terms, especially if you need updates after the trial or coverage for multiple Macs.
Plans and prices
From Version Tracker's own pricing page, checked 4 Oct 2026.
| Plan | Price | What it gives you |
|---|---|---|
| Free | Free | Unlimited Macs · scan all 51 sources · scan only after trial, no updates · forever |
| Mono LFT | €4,990, paid once | 1 Mac · major versions sold separately · one-time · 1 Mac · minor updates · excl. VAT |
| Solo LFT | €6,990, paid once | 2 Macs · major versions sold separately · one-time · 2 Macs · minor updates · excl. VAT |
| Family LFT | €9,990, paid once | 5 Macs · families and small teams · major versions sold separately · one-time · 5 Macs · minor updates · excl. VAT |
| Mono | — | 1 Mac · major versions included · per year · 1 Mac · all updates · excl. VAT |
| Family | — | 5 Macs · families and small teams · major versions included · per year · 5 Macs · all updates · excl. VAT |
| Solo | — | 2 Macs · major versions included · per year · 2 Macs · all updates · excl. VAT |
The facts
Each one read from Version Tracker's own pages, with the date it was checked.
What it does
- Audience
- The Family plan is described as intended for families and small teams and covers up to five Macs.checked 4 Oct 2026
- Bulk updates
- Licensed users can update individual items or run Update All for eligible updates.checked 4 Oct 2026
- Installation
- Version Tracker can be installed through its own Homebrew tap and keeps itself up to date.checked 4 Oct 2026
- Limits
- The free tier permits scanning and inventory but does not include one-click update installs after the trial.checked 4 Oct 2026
- Privacy
- The app runs locally and does not transmit the software inventory; network requests include license validation and queries to official software sources.checked 4 Oct 2026
- Purpose
- Version Tracker scans and tracks macOS applications and packages and reports which have updates available.checked 4 Oct 2026
- Security checks
- The app checks Apple code signing, Gatekeeper assessment, notarization, CVE data, and macOS Security Advisory data.checked 4 Oct 2026
- Snapshots
- Users can capture software inventories, compare snapshots, and export snapshots or comparisons as JSON, CSV, or Markdown.checked 4 Oct 2026
- Sources
- The app covers 51 sources, including the Mac App Store, Homebrew, Sparkle, GitHub Releases, package managers, editor extensions, and AI tools.checked 4 Oct 2026
- Support
- Users can report bugs and request features through a public GitHub tracker or send feedback from within the app.checked 4 Oct 2026
- Website analytics
- The privacy policy says the website uses Google Analytics 4 for aggregated usage statistics and describes cookies and an opt-out option.checked 4 Oct 2026
The company
- Maker
- Version Tracker was imagined, designed, and developed by Jean-Paul Florencio; version 1.0 shipped on 18 June 2026.checked 4 Oct 2026
Where it runs
- Supported macOS
- The app supports macOS 15 (Sequoia) and later and runs natively on Apple Silicon and Intel Macs.checked 4 Oct 2026
Money
- Trial
- A one-time 7-day trial of the full version starts automatically, requires no credit card, and reverts to free scanning when it ends.checked 4 Oct 2026
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