AlDente 1.25.2 for Mac
Mac UtilitiesAlDente 1.25.2 for Mac is a menu bar battery tool from AppHouseKitchen, made for MacBook owners who keep their laptop plugged in at a desk for most of the day. Holding a lithium battery at 100 percent for long stretches speeds up wear, so AlDente lets you cap charging at a healthier level you choose.
The core app is free to download from the developer, and its main job is simple: set a charge limit, and the MacBook stops charging when it reaches it, running from the power adapter instead. Extra automation and protection tools are reserved for the paid AlDente Pro upgrade, covered separately.
Key Features
- Charge Limiter: set a maximum charge percentage instead of always filling to 100 percent
- Discharge mode runs the MacBook on battery while it stays plugged in
- Simple menu bar controls with a clear view of the current charge state
- Free core version, with no account needed to start limiting your charge
- Works on supported Apple silicon and Intel MacBooks; check the official compatibility list
How to Download
- Download from the official site
- Choose the free AlDente download on the AppHouseKitchen page and check your MacBook model against the supported list.
- Install the app, approve the helper it needs to control charging, then set your preferred charge limit in the menu bar.
Is AlDente free?
Yes, the core AlDente app is free, including the Charge Limiter and Discharge features. The paid Pro edition simply adds extra features on top.
What charge limit should I set?
Many desk-based users choose a limit well below 100 percent for everyday plugged-in work, then charge fully before a trip. The right figure depends on how often you work away from power, so start with the developer's guidance in the app and adjust to your routine.
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