Best Trickster alternatives in 2026

Trickster ("Access your recently used files lightning fast") sells for $29 one-time on Mac. The 12 alternatives below all sell a perpetual license with no subscription, ranked by how closely they match Trickster on category, tags and platform. The closest match is Lungo ($2.99 one-time).

Trickster vs. alternatives at a glance

App	One-time price	Platforms	License	Free tier	Same platform
Trickster(this app)	$29 one-time	Mac	License not confirmed	No	–
Lungo	$2.99 one-time	Mac	License not confirmed	No	Yes
Dropover	Free tier, $4.99 one-time	Mac	License not confirmed	Yes	Yes
Multidock	$19.99 one-time	Mac	License not confirmed	No	Yes
Paletro	$6.99 one-time	Mac	License not confirmed	No	Yes
Zen mode	$8.99 one-time	Mac	License not confirmed	No	Yes
1Setter	$49 one-time	Mac	License not confirmed	No	Yes
Vitals	$5 one-time	Mac	Perpetual, lifetime updates	No	Yes
LaunchControl	€29 one-time	Mac	License not confirmed	No	Yes
DaisyDisk	Free tier, $9.99 one-time	Mac	License not confirmed	Yes	Yes
Ammonite	€21 one-time	Mac	License not confirmed	No	Yes
Arclite Pro	Free tier, $24.99 one-time	Mac	License not confirmed	Yes	Yes
Jettison	$4.95 one-time	Mac	License not confirmed	No	Yes

Prices are one-time license fees as listed on each developer's site and may change. Ranked by similarity to Trickster: shared category, tags, platforms and community likes.

What to look for in a Trickster alternative

Cheaper than Trickster ($29 one-time): Lungo at $2.99 one-time, Dropover at Free tier, $4.99 one-time, Multidock at $19.99 one-time and Paletro at $6.99 one-time.
Free tier available: Dropover, DaisyDisk and Arclite Pro. Try before you buy a license.

All 12 Trickster alternatives

Lungo

$ 2.99

Prevents your Mac from going to sleep

Mac

+2 more

Lungo is an application designed to ward off both your Mac's sleep mode and screen dimming. Enhance productivity without worrying about your Mac going to sleep.

Dropover

Free

$ 4.99

Take Your Drag & Drop Experience on Mac To The Next Level!

Mac

+2 more

Revolutionize file handling on macOS with a breeze! Enhance your workflow by effortlessly stashing and moving content.

Multidock

$ 19.99

Streamline your desktop with personalized panels.

Mac

+2 more

Multidock is a versatile tool designed to enhance organization and access on your Mac, providing customizable panels for apps, files, and folders.

Paletro

$ 6.99

Unleash your productivity with a universal command palette.

Mac

+2 more

Boost your workflow efficiency by integrating a familiar command palette across all your favorite macOS apps.

Zen mode

$ 8.99

Avoid awkward moments in public and in meetings with a single click

Mac

+2 more

Zen Mode is an application designed to prevent embarrassing situations in public or during presentations by muting and hiding apps or windows as needed.

1Setter

$ 49

One-click access to essential macOS system settings

Mac

+2 more

1Setter offers over 30 built-in macOS actions for quick access to system settings. Ideal for meetings and focus modes, it supports macOS 13+ and is a one-time purchase with free updates. Try the 14-day free trial today!

Vitals

$ 5

Activity Monitor alternative for Mac with 30 days of app history

Mac

+2 more

Activity Monitor shows too many processes without context. Vitals groups processes by app, showing 60 apps instead of 1,000 processes, and keeps 30 days of history.

+2 more

Open and explore ZIP, 7z, RAR, and more without extracting. Create and edit archives with encryption and advanced compression. Experience the future of archiving.

Jettison

$ 4.95

Automate disk ejection and remounting with ease.

MacSystem Utilities

Jettison automatically ejects external disks when your Mac sleeps and remounts them upon waking, ensuring data safety.

Trickster alternatives: FAQ

What is the best alternative to Trickster?

Lungo is the closest pay-once alternative to Trickster. Lungo is an application designed to ward off both your Mac's sleep mode and screen dimming. Enhance productivity without worrying about your Mac going to sleep. It costs $2.99 one-time and runs on Mac.

Is there a free alternative to Trickster?

Yes. Dropover, DaisyDisk and Arclite Pro offer a free tier, and each also sells a one-time license if you outgrow it.

What is the cheapest Trickster alternative?

Lungo is the lowest-priced option at $2.99 one-time, compared with $29 one-time for Trickster. All prices are one-time license fees, not subscriptions.

Do these Trickster alternatives require a subscription?

No. Every app on PayOnceApps is listed because it sells a one-time (perpetual) license. Some also offer a free tier or trial. Prices are checked against the developer's site but can change, so confirm on the app's website before buying.

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Best Trickster alternatives in 2026

Trickster ("Access your recently used files lightning fast") sells for $29 one-time on Mac. The 12 alternatives below all sell a perpetual license with no subscription, ranked by how closely they match Trickster on category, tags and platform. The closest match is Lungo ($2.99 one-time).

Trickster vs. alternatives at a glance

What to look for in a Trickster alternative

All 12 Trickster alternatives

Lungo

Dropover

Multidock

Paletro

Zen mode

1Setter

Vitals

LaunchControl

DaisyDisk

Ammonite

Arclite Pro

Jettison

Trickster alternatives: FAQ

What is the best alternative to Trickster?

Is there a free alternative to Trickster?

What is the cheapest Trickster alternative?

Do these Trickster alternatives require a subscription?

Browse more pay-once apps

Lungo

Dropover

Multidock

Paletro

Zen mode

1Setter

Vitals

LaunchControl

DaisyDisk

Ammonite

Arclite Pro

Jettison