MacDupl
MacDupl allows users to create isolated, duplicate instances of their existing macOS desktop applications.
Our verdict
Who it's for
Run multiple accounts for any desktop app in isolated instances on your Mac.
Who should look elsewhere
Sandboxed App Store apps cannot be cloned
Pros
- +Eliminates constant logging in and out for multiple accounts
- +Ensures complete data and credential isolation between instances
- +Lightweight and efficient due to APFS copy-on-write technology
- +Intuitive three-click process for creating new instances
- +Clear visual distinction between instances with tinted icons
Cons
- −Sandboxed App Store apps cannot be cloned
- −Clones may require re-granting macOS permissions (e.g., microphone, screen sharing)
- −Older clone copies might launch if MacDupl isn't running in the background when launched from Dock/Spotlight
Key features
- ✓App cloning for isolated instances
- ✓Separate logins, cookies, caches, and preferences per instance
- ✓Unique color-tinted and badged Dock icons for each clone
- ✓Automatic detection and isolation strategy for different app engines (Electron, Chromium, Firefox, Native)
- ✓APFS copy-on-write for efficient disk usage (near 0 MB extra disk per clone)
- ✓Centralized dashboard for managing all app instances
- ✓Automatic updates for clones when the original app updates
- ✓No telemetry or cloud-based data storage
Pricing
| Plan | Price | Billing | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Free | — | month | 1 instance in your Dock; 1 app clone after trial; All engine families included |
| Pro | $19 | month | Unlimited app instances; All engine families included; Automatic signed updates, forever |
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