CategoryDeveloper Tools
Developer ToolsPlatformmacOS
InstallationHomebrew
HomebrewVersion1.0.29,260714bj83fq3d3Catalog version
What is Comfy Desktop?
Node-based image, video and audio generator
Install with Homebrew
brew install --cask comfyHow to Install Comfy Desktop on Mac
Follow these steps to install Comfy Desktop 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 comfyPaste the following command into Terminal and press Enter:
brew install --cask comfy - 4
Verify Installation
Run `brew list` to confirm comfy is installed, then try `comfy --version` to check the version number.
- 5
Launch Comfy Desktop
Run `comfy` 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 updatefirst 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
Frequently Asked Questions about Comfy Desktop
How do I install Comfy Desktop on Mac?
Open Terminal, install Homebrew if you haven't already (visit brew.sh), then run
brew install --cask comfy. The app will be downloaded and installed automatically. You can then run comfy from Terminal.Is Comfy Desktop free?
Yes, Comfy Desktop is completely free to use.
How do I uninstall Comfy Desktop?
Open Terminal and run
brew uninstall --cask comfy. Homebrew will remove Comfy Desktop and all associated files cleanly. You can verify it was removed by running brew list.What are alternatives to Comfy Desktop?
There are several developer tools apps available for macOS. Browse the Developer Tools category on Bundl.run to compare features, popularity, and install counts for similar tools.
How do I update Comfy Desktop to the latest version?
Run
brew upgrade --cask comfy in Terminal to update to the latest version. You can also run brew outdated to check if an update is available.Does Comfy Desktop work on Apple Silicon (M1/M2/M3/M4)?
Yes, Comfy Desktop can be installed on both Apple Silicon and Intel Macs via Homebrew. Homebrew automatically handles the correct version for your hardware.
