docktor
docktor is a macOS application designed to augment the native Dock with powerful new functionalities, transforming it into a control surface.
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Our verdict
Who it's for
Enhance your macOS Dock with live window previews, music controls, calendar, weather, and system stats.
Who should look elsewhere
Currently in public pre-release, so stability might vary.
Pros
- +Significantly improves window management and switching efficiency.
- +Provides quick access to essential information (music, calendar, weather, system stats) directly from the Dock area.
- +Maintains user privacy with local data processing and no account requirements.
- +Seamlessly integrates with macOS features like Dock magnification and system APIs.
- +Offers a universal build for macOS 26.0 (Tahoe) or later.
Cons
- −Currently in public pre-release, so stability might vary.
- −Requires macOS 26.0 (Tahoe) or later, limiting compatibility for older systems.
- −Relies on specific macOS APIs, which might be subject to future changes.
Key features
- ✓Live Dock Previews for all application windows
- ✓Enhanced Cmd+Tab Window Switcher with live thumbnails
- ✓Music widget with Spotify and Apple Music control and synced lyrics
- ✓Calendar widget displaying upcoming events and schedules from Apple Calendar
- ✓Weather widget with current conditions and 12-hour forecast
- ✓System Stats widget for CPU, RAM, and SSD usage monitoring
- ✓Local-first privacy with no account required for core features
- ✓ScreenCaptureKit for real-time window thumbnails
Pricing
No public pricing plans recorded.