eqMac alternative
MACA vs eqMac
eqMac is a popular, free system-wide equalizer and volume mixer for macOS. MACA works at the per-app level — each app gets its own volume, EQ and output device — and keeps per-app volume and mute free for everyone.
Side by side
| MACA | eqMac | |
|---|---|---|
| Per-app volume & mute | Free · all apps | Volume mixer |
| Per-app equalizer | Pro (per app) | System-wide EQ |
| Per-app output routing | Pro | — |
| Profiles | Pro · unlimited | — |
| Price | Free · $2.99/mo · $19.99/yr · $39.99 once | Free · $3/mo · $30/yr · $40 lifetime |
| Privacy | Fully local, no cloud | Local |
Why people pick MACA
- EQ, routing and profiles work per app, not just system-wide — shape each app's sound independently.
- Per-app volume and mute are free and unlimited; the yearly Pro plan ($19.99) undercuts eqMac's $30/year.
- Profiles save your whole setup — volumes, devices and EQ — and switch in one click.
- Native, private and built on Apple's audio APIs — no kernel extensions.
When eqMac is the better call
If all you want is a free, system-wide equalizer to shape your Mac's overall sound, eqMac does that well and has a loyal following. MACA is the better fit once you want control per app — different volume, EQ or output for each one.
Competitor details reflect public information as of mid-2026 and may change. Prices in USD.