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Outset vs Startup Folder: catalog facts
Outset	Startup Folder
Free Free and open source.	Free Free download; the site lists no price.
macOS	macOS
Runs scripts and packages at boot, login or on demand Useful for first-boot and per-user setup on managed Macs	Startup items are managed by dropping files into a folder Runs apps, scripts, Shortcuts and links
macOS only Aimed at administrators comfortable writing scripts	Requires macOS 14 Sonoma or later Licence for the published source is not stated on the site
Downloadable app	Downloadable app
Open source	Closed source
License not stated	License not stated
No account needed	No account needed
Works offline	Not stated if it works offline
Official website Full listing and sources Checked September 24, 2026	Official website Full listing and sources Checked October 1, 2026

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