Yes, AlDente is completely free to use.

How do I uninstall AlDente?

Open Terminal and run `brew uninstall --cask aldente`. Homebrew will remove AlDente and all associated files cleanly. You can verify it was removed by running `brew list`.

What are alternatives to AlDente?

There are several system utilities apps available for macOS. Browse the System Utilities category on Bundl.run to compare features, popularity, and install counts for similar tools.

How do I update AlDente to the latest version?

Run `brew upgrade --cask aldente` in Terminal to update to the latest version. You can also run `brew outdated` to check if an update is available.

Does AlDente work on Apple Silicon (M1/M2/M3/M4)?

Yes, AlDente can be installed on both Apple Silicon and Intel Macs via Homebrew. Homebrew automatically handles the correct version for your hardware.

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PublishedJanuary 1, 2026•UpdatedJuly 7, 2026

AlDente

Name: AlDente
Availability: InStock

Menu bar tool to limit maximum charging percentage

System UtilitiesFreeReplaces Energiza Pro ($9.99/year)

AlDente screenshot — AlDente — Official Website

What is AlDente?

Menu bar tool to limit maximum charging percentage

Install with Homebrew

brew install --cask aldente

How to Install AlDente on Mac

Follow these steps to install AlDente using Homebrew, the most popular package manager for macOS. This works on both Apple Silicon (M1/M2/M3/M4) and Intel Macs.

1
Open Terminal
Launch Terminal from your Applications > Utilities folder, or press Cmd + Space and type "Terminal".
2
Install Homebrew
If you don't have Homebrew yet, paste the install script from brew.sh into Terminal and follow the prompts.
3
Run brew install --cask aldente
Paste the following command into Terminal and press Enter:
brew install --cask aldente
4
Verify Installation
Run `brew list` to confirm aldente is installed, then try `aldente --version` to check the version number.
5
Launch AlDente
Run `aldente` in your Terminal to start using it.

Troubleshooting

• If you see a permission error, try prefixing the command with sudo.
• If Homebrew can't find the package, run brew update first to refresh the package list.
• On Apple Silicon Macs, make sure Homebrew is installed at /opt/homebrew (the default for M-series chips).

Key Features

Easy installation via Homebrew

Regular updates and maintenance

Free to use

Professional support available

Pros

✓Simple one-command installation
✓Well-maintained and regularly updated
✓Completely free to use

Cons

✗Requires Homebrew to be installed
✗macOS only

Video Tutorials

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Frequently Asked Questions about AlDente

Open Terminal, install Homebrew if you haven't already (visit brew.sh), then run brew install --cask aldente. The app will be downloaded and installed automatically. You can then run aldente from Terminal.

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PublishedJanuary 1, 2026•UpdatedJuly 7, 2026

AlDente

Menu bar tool to limit maximum charging percentage

System UtilitiesFreeReplaces Energiza Pro ($9.99/year)

What is AlDente?

Menu bar tool to limit maximum charging percentage

Install with Homebrew

brew install --cask aldente

How to Install AlDente on Mac

Follow these steps to install AlDente using Homebrew, the most popular package manager for macOS. This works on both Apple Silicon (M1/M2/M3/M4) and Intel Macs.

1
Open Terminal
Launch Terminal from your Applications > Utilities folder, or press Cmd + Space and type "Terminal".
2
Install Homebrew
If you don't have Homebrew yet, paste the install script from brew.sh into Terminal and follow the prompts.
3
Run brew install --cask aldente
Paste the following command into Terminal and press Enter:
brew install --cask aldente
4
Verify Installation
Run `brew list` to confirm aldente is installed, then try `aldente --version` to check the version number.
5
Launch AlDente
Run `aldente` in your Terminal to start using it.

Troubleshooting

• If you see a permission error, try prefixing the command with sudo.
• If Homebrew can't find the package, run brew update first to refresh the package list.
• On Apple Silicon Macs, make sure Homebrew is installed at /opt/homebrew (the default for M-series chips).