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Beam vs MindMac
Compare what each tool does, what it costs, and how it fits your workflow.
Designed for
Instant ChatGPT access anywhere on your Mac
Feature-rich & elegant ChatGPT macOS client, supports multiple AI providers
Primary task
MacOS
MacOS
Pricing
Freemium · Free + from $5
Paid · from $29
Pricing details
Free + from $5
from $29
Billing cycle
One-time
One-time
API access
Listed as available
Not documented
Platforms
Web, macOS
Web, macOS
Integrations
Make
Not documented
Source rating
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3.9 / 5 · 18 ratings
Catalog views
1.9k
15k
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Catalog imported
30 Aug 2026
30 Aug 2026
Listed strengths
- Instant access to ChatGPT
- Works within existing apps
- Floating chat window feature
- Enhances productivity by reducing switching
- Supports use of macros
- Powerful inline mode
- 150 built-in prompt templates
- Highly customizable
- Secure API key storage
- Supports 10+ languages
Listed limitations
- MacOS only
- Lacks multi-device support
- One-time purchase, no subscription
- No login system
- Offers no additional system permissions
- Only for macOS
- No Windows support
- Pricing per device
- Several features upcoming, not present
- Limited features on Free plan