WailBrew

WailBrew - Homebrew GUI Manager for macOS

A modern, native Homebrew GUI for macOS to install, update, and manage brew packages, casks, and services - an actively maintained, open-source Cakebrew alternative.

Quick Install

Prefer a direct download? Grab the [latest release](https://github.com/wickenico/WailBrew/releases/latest). See [Installation](#-installation) for details.

About

WailBrew is a modern and intuitive graphical interface for [Homebrew](https://brew.sh) on macOS. It makes package management accessible to everyone - no terminal required - while still giving power users full control over formulae, casks, taps, and services.

WailBrew was inspired by Cakebrew (opens in a new tab), bringing modern UI design and enhanced functionality to Homebrew package management. Built with Wails (opens in a new tab), Go, and React, it combines native performance with a beautiful, responsive interface.

Requests, Questions, Troubleshooting? => r/WailBrew (opens in a new tab)

⭐ Why WailBrew?

• Native & fast - a real macOS app built on Wails (Go + React), not a browser wrapper.
• Universal - runs natively on both Apple Silicon and Intel Macs.
• Complete - manages formulae, casks, taps, and services - not just packages.
• Localized - a fully translated UI in 12 languages.
• Signed & notarized - distributed through the official Homebrew cask.
• Actively maintained & open source - MIT licensed, with regular releases.

Features

Package management

• Browse and manage installed formulae and casks
• Instant search and filtering across all packages
• Install, uninstall, and upgrade - individually, in bulk (multi-select), or all at once
• View detailed package info, including dependencies and dependents
• Leaves view to find packages you can safely remove