Version Tracker

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What Version Tracker is

Version Tracker scans macOS applications and packages, then identifies available updates across 51 sources. Those sources include the Mac App Store, Homebrew, GitHub Releases, package managers, editor extensions, and AI tools. Licensed users can install eligible updates one at a time or use Update All. The app also checks Apple code signing, Gatekeeper assessment, notarization, CVE data, and macOS Security Advisory data. Users can save software inventories as snapshots, compare them, and export snapshots or comparisons as JSON, CSV, or Markdown. Version Tracker 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 full-version trial runs for seven days, starts automatically without a credit card, and then returns to free scanning. The free tier does not include one-click update installation after the trial. Yearly paid plans are listed from €19,903,290 a year; some one-time plans sell major versions separately.

Who it suits

It suits Mac users who want to inventory installed software, check for updates, and review security signals. The Family plan is described for families and small teams using up to five Macs.

What it does well

Scans software across 51 sources.
Checks signing, notarization, and vulnerability data.
Exports inventory snapshots in three formats.
Free tier includes scanning and inventory.

What to know first

One-click update installs end after the trial on Free.
Supports macOS 15 (Sequoia) and later only.
Some one-time plans sell major versions separately.

Limits

The full-version trial lasts 7 days, after which the free tier allows scanning and inventory but not one-click update installs. The Free plan covers unlimited Macs and all 51 sources; paid plan coverage varies by Mac count and update terms.

Plans

Plan	Billed and limits	Price
Free	forever · Unlimited Macs · scan all 51 sources · scan only after trial, no updates	Free
Mono LFT	one-time · 1 Mac · minor updates · excl. VAT · 1 Mac · major versions sold separately	€4,990, paid once
Solo LFT	one-time · 2 Macs · minor updates · excl. VAT · 2 Macs · major versions sold separately	€6,990, paid once
Family LFT	one-time · 5 Macs · minor updates · excl. VAT · 5 Macs · families and small teams · major versions sold separately	€9,990, paid once
Family	per year · 5 Macs · all updates · excl. VAT · 5 Macs · families and small teams · major versions included	On request
Mono	per year · 1 Mac · all updates · excl. VAT · 1 Mac · major versions included	On request
Solo	per year · 2 Macs · all updates · excl. VAT · 2 Macs · major versions included	On request

As version-tracker.app lists them, read 4 Oct 2026. The maker's own page has the final word.

Getting started

Install Version Tracker through its own Homebrew tap.
Start the automatic 7-day full-version trial without a credit card.
Scan software and inventory on macOS 15 (Sequoia) or later.
Choose a paid plan for update installs after the trial.

Verdict

Version Tracker combines software inventory, update discovery, and security checks in a macOS app. The free tier can scan and track inventory, while update installation requires a licensed plan after the trial.

Questions

Is Version Tracker free?

Yes. The Free plan costs nothing, billed forever, and includes unlimited Macs and scanning across all 51 sources. It does not include updates after the trial.

Does Version Tracker offer a trial?

A one-time 7-day trial of the full version starts automatically and requires no credit card. When it ends, the app reverts to free scanning.

Which Macs and macOS versions does it support?

It supports macOS 15 (Sequoia) and later, running natively on Apple Silicon and Intel Macs.

How can I install Version Tracker?

It can be installed through its own Homebrew tap and keeps itself up to date.

What paid plans are available?

The listed plans include one-time Mono LFT, Solo LFT, and Family LFT options, plus yearly Mono, Solo, and Family options. Yearly plans include major versions; LFT plans list major versions as sold separately, and listed yearly amounts exclude VAT.

Who makes Version Tracker?

Jean-Paul Florencio imagined, designed, and developed Version Tracker. Version 1.0 shipped on 18 June 2026.

Facts from Version Tracker's own pages

Audience: The Family plan is described as intended for families and small teams and covers up to five Macs. · version-tracker.app, 4 Oct 2026
Bulk updates: Licensed users can update individual items or run Update All for eligible updates. · version-tracker.app, 4 Oct 2026
Installation: Version Tracker can be installed through its own Homebrew tap and keeps itself up to date. · version-tracker.app, 4 Oct 2026
Limits: The free tier permits scanning and inventory but does not include one-click update installs after the trial. · version-tracker.app, 4 Oct 2026
Maker: Version Tracker was imagined, designed, and developed by Jean-Paul Florencio; version 1.0 shipped on 18 June 2026. · version-tracker.app, 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. · version-tracker.app, 4 Oct 2026
Purpose: Version Tracker scans and tracks macOS applications and packages and reports which have updates available. · version-tracker.app, 4 Oct 2026
Security checks: The app checks Apple code signing, Gatekeeper assessment, notarization, CVE data, and macOS Security Advisory data. · version-tracker.app, 4 Oct 2026
Snapshots: Users can capture software inventories, compare snapshots, and export snapshots or comparisons as JSON, CSV, or Markdown. · version-tracker.app, 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. · version-tracker.app, 4 Oct 2026
Support: Users can report bugs and request features through a public GitHub tracker or send feedback from within the app. · version-tracker.app, 4 Oct 2026
Supported macOS: The app supports macOS 15 (Sequoia) and later and runs natively on Apple Silicon and Intel Macs. · version-tracker.app, 4 Oct 2026
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. · version-tracker.app, 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. · version-tracker.app, 4 Oct 2026

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