Alternatives to LyX

User-friendly WYSIWYG tool for writing complex scientific documents and mathematical formulas with LaTeX-quality output

Logic Pro X

Program license: Full

Powerful recording studio with extensive tools for music production and seamless GarageBand integration

Slender: The Eight Pages

Program license: Free

Terrifying first-person horror challenge collecting pages while evading a relentless paranormal stalker

Android SDK

Program license: Free

Create, develop, and test mobile apps efficiently with a comprehensive set of tools and emulators

GIMP

Program license: Free

Powerful free open-source image editor offering Photoshop-like tools with lighter, user-friendly performance

Cyberduck

Program license: Free

User-friendly open-source FTP client simplifying file transfers and cloud storage connections for individuals and enterprises

Internet Explorer

Program license: Free

A free nostalgic browser with basic features, sleeker interface, but persistent bugs, lag, and crashes

Eclipse

Program license: Free

Versatile IDE for developing with Java and various other programming languages, tailored specifically for seamless integration on macOS

Microsoft Remote Desktop Connection

Program license: Free

Securely access and control remote computers with robust, configurable desktop, file, and peripheral sharing

Tunnelblick

Program license: Free

Free open-source VPN helper improving connection stability and handling multiple secure connections with flexibility

Bean

Program license: Free

Lightweight word processor with clean interface, handy inspector tools, and built-in spelling support

Mathematica

Program license: Full

Powerful tool for technical computing, offering unparalleled advanced algorithms and user-friendly interface for complex tasks

Skim

Program license: Free

Streamlined PDF viewer focused on annotating research papers with powerful yet accessible note-taking tools

Anaconda

Program license: Free

Commercial software that allows you to secure and interpret data in the Python programming language

Brackets

Program license: Free

Lightweight code editor focused on web development, offering live preview, inline editing, and open-source features

macOS High Sierra

Program license: Free

A refined operating system upgrade, offering improved performance, enhanced security features, and advanced storage options

Xcode

Program license: Free

Developer tool that allows users to code software applications for Mac, iPhone and iPad

Scrivener

Program license: Trial version

Comprehensive writing studio that organizes research, drafts, and outlines for long-form creative projects

Markdown

Program license: Full

Markdown offers an intuitive and efficient way to format text using simple, familiar syntax

TeamViewer

Program license: Free

Secure, user-friendly remote access solution for effortless support, cross-platform collaboration, and file transfer

AnyDesk

Program license: Free

Lightweight, secure remote desktop tool offering fast, low-latency access and granular permissions across multiple platforms

Apple iWeb

Program license: Trial version

An application that allows you to create websites with a simple WYSIWYG interface and templates

Code::Blocks

Program license: Free

Powerful open-source IDE tailored for C, C++, and Fortran development with customizable tools

Free Mac Hard Drive Data Recovery

Program license: Free

Recover deleted or lost files from corrupted hard drives with this intuitive, no-cost tool

Mac Disk Partition Recovery Wizard

Program license: Trial version

Guided tool to scan drives and recover lost, deleted, or formatted partitions with minimal effort

MacTeX

Program license: Free

Complete TeX distribution providing LaTeX tools, packages, and editors for scientific and academic publishing

SPSS

Program license: Trial version

Powerful statistical analysis software for data-driven decision-making and research

Sublime Text

Program license: Free

Lightweight, minimalist code editor with rich syntax highlighting, clever navigation tools, and powerful plugin-based extensibility

OBS Studio

Program license: Free

Feature-rich screen recording and live streaming suite with scene-based layouts, audio mixing, and editing

PyCharm Community Edition

Program license: Free

A robust development tool tailored for Python programming, offering intelligent code assistance and essential features

Xcode

Program license: Free

Develop and test Apple apps effortlessly with this free integrated development environment designed for seamless coding and debugging