Setapp

Setapp is a subscription service that gives you access to a large collection of apps for Mac and iOS.

If you use Windows or Linux, you can skip this guide. Setapp is primarily built around Apple devices.

Setapp can be useful for getting developer utilities, design-matching tools, screenshot and recording apps, database clients, and productivity tools without buying each one separately.

Eligible students and educators can apply using an institution-issued email address. High school, college, university, and distance-learning students may qualify depending on their institution and Setapp’s current eligibility requirements.

How to Apply

Apply through the Setapp Education Discount page using your educational email address.

Many academic domains are recognized automatically. If your institution’s domain is not recognized, follow Setapp’s instructions to request support.

The education offer applies to an annual Setapp membership, so check the current plan and renewal terms before subscribing.

Things to Know

App Availability Can Change

Apps can be added to or removed from the Setapp collection over time.

If you’re subscribing mainly for one particular app, check that it is still included before paying.

Some Apps Have Platform-Specific Versions

Not every app is available on both Mac and iOS, and features can differ between platforms.

Check the individual app page if you need a specific version or feature.

Check Annual Billing

The education offer uses an annual subscription. After any trial or introductory period, you may be charged for the full annual term at once.

Check the current billing and cancellation terms before subscribing.

Check Before Changing Your Email

If your education discount was verified through your institution-issued email address, contact Setapp support before changing the email on your account if you want to make sure your discount will not be affected.

What You Get

Setapp includes many apps, but these are some of the more relevant ones for frontend students and developers.

Developer Tools

DevUtils: Offline developer utilities for formatting, encoding, conversions, debugging, and other common development tasks. DevUtils may also appear through student discount platforms, so see the Student Beans guide if you want to compare your options.
TablePlus: A graphical database client for working with SQL databases.
SQLPro for SQLite: A lightweight tool for viewing and editing SQLite databases.
Proxyman: A network debugging tool for inspecting HTTP and HTTPS traffic.
Dash: Offline API documentation and code snippet reference.
CodeRunner: A lightweight environment for running and testing code in multiple programming languages.

Design Matching

PixelSnap: Measure distances, spacing, and element dimensions directly on your screen. This can be especially useful when matching a design closely.
Sip: Pick colors from anywhere on your screen and reuse them in your CSS or design work.

Screenshots and Project Presentation

CleanShot X: Screenshots, screen recordings, annotations, scrolling captures, and GIFs. It can be useful for documenting your work or preparing project demos.
Capto: Screen recording and screenshot tools with editing and annotation features.

Productivity

Paste: Clipboard history and organization for frequently used text, code, and links.
Bartender: Organizes menu bar apps and keeps a busy development workspace cleaner.

The full Setapp collection contains many more apps for writing, design, productivity, AI, and general Mac use. Check the current app collection if you want to see everything included.