7 Mac Apps Built for Apple Silicon That Every Developer Should Try in 2026

If you're running an M-series MacBook or Mac mini in 2026, you already know the hardware is absurd. But are you getting the most out of it software-wise? I've spent the last year curating my Mac setup specifically around apps that are native to Apple Silicon — no Rosetta, no Electron bloat, just fast, lean tools that feel like they belong on the platform. Here are 7 that I think every developer should at least try. 1. Warp — The Terminal That Actually Feels Modern warp.dev Warp is a Rust-based terminal that runs natively on Apple Silicon, and you can feel the difference the moment you open it. Command output renders instantly, the AI command search is built in, and the block-based interface makes it easy to scroll through and share terminal output. If you're still using the default Terminal.app, this is a free upgrade that will genuinely change your workflow. 2. Raycast — The Launcher That Replaces 5 Other Apps raycast.com Raycast is what Spotlight should have been. It launches apps, r