((hot)) - Bartender 9.2
The developers have hinted that is the final feature release of the version 9 branch. Version 10 is expected in late 2025, and it is rumored to include:
Apple changes the underlying code of the menu bar with every major OS release. is the only version certified to work with the macOS Sonoma Widgets that live in the menu bar. Older versions crash when they encounter Apple's new MenuBarExtra API. Furthermore, version 9.2 includes a fully sandboxed helper process, which means it is more secure and less likely to be flagged by Apple’s Gatekeeper. bartender 9.2
In the "narrative" of labeling software, version 9.2 introduced several hero features that resolved common enterprise headaches: The developers have hinted that is the final
If your computer is part of your livelihood, the $16 for Bartender is a no-brainer. The free apps are for students or casual users with only 3 menu bar icons. Older versions crash when they encounter Apple's new

