# CoolDock for Mac

> A second Dock built out of live widgets.

CoolDock adds a customisable bar beside the regular Dock that holds apps and folders alongside widgets for music, weather, calendar events, reminders, system stats, search, the clipboard and quick actions.

## Facts

- Price: Paid up front
- Developer: AppitStudio
- Category: Windows & Desktop
- Website: https://cooldock.app/
- Facts checked: 2026-10-19
- MacWorthy page: https://macworthy.com/apps/cooldock/

## Questions

### How much does CoolDock cost?

CoolDock is paid software, bought up front from cooldock.app.

### Where can I download CoolDock for Mac?

Download CoolDock from the developer's website (cooldock.app). MacWorthy links only to official sources.

### What are good alternatives to CoolDock?

Other windows & desktop apps for Mac worth a look are DockDoor (open source), NotchNook (one-time purchase), Dockaroo (free + pro) and Rectangle (open source).

## Alternatives in Windows & Desktop

- [DockDoor](https://macworthy.com/apps/dockdoor/): Window previews when you hover the Dock. (Open source)
- [NotchNook](https://macworthy.com/apps/notchnook/): A drop-down shelf of widgets that lives in the notch. (One-time purchase)
- [Dockaroo](https://macworthy.com/apps/dockaroo/): A separate Dock for each display and Space. (Free + Pro)
- [Rectangle](https://macworthy.com/apps/rectangle/): Window snapping with keyboard shortcuts. (Open source)
- [Magnet](https://macworthy.com/apps/magnet/): Snap windows into place by dragging. (One-time purchase)
- [Moom](https://macworthy.com/apps/moom/): Save and restore entire window layouts. (One-time purchase)
- [Loop](https://macworthy.com/apps/loop/): Window management with a radial menu. (Open source)
- [Swish](https://macworthy.com/apps/swish/): Window control with trackpad gestures. (One-time purchase)

Tags: dock, widgets, customization