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LaunchControl vs Startup Folder: catalog facts
LaunchControl	Startup Folder
Paid Paid app sold through the soma-zone shop.	Free Free download; the site lists no price.
macOS	macOS
Shows every launchd job and its status at a glance Flags invalid jobs and explains the problem	Startup items are managed by dropping files into a folder Runs apps, scripts, Shortcuts and links
macOS only Paid licence required	Requires macOS 14 Sonoma or later Licence for the published source is not stated on the site
Downloadable app	Downloadable app
Closed source	Closed source
License not stated	License not stated
Not stated if an account is needed	No account needed
Works offline	Not stated if it works offline
Official website Full listing and sources Checked October 1, 2026	Official website Full listing and sources Checked October 1, 2026

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