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Amphetamine

apps.apple.com/app/amphetamine/id937984704 Mac Apps Website

Keep a Mac awake with Amphetamine, a utility whose App Store listing places it in the Utilities category.

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About Amphetamine

Amphetamine is a keep-awake utility for macOS. It keeps a Mac awake, and optionally its display, through a manual on/off control in the menu or through automatic triggers. Sessions can run indefinitely, for a set time, or until a set time. The listing states that it can also keep a MacBook awake with its lid closed, lock the screen after inactivity, move the mouse cursor periodically, and end a session when the battery is low.

The App Store listing describes the app as free, with no advertisements, no in-app purchases, and no tracking. It requires macOS 10.11 El Capitan or later, and some features need a newer version of macOS.

Key features

  • Manual keep-awake sessions that run indefinitely, for a set duration, or until a set time
  • Automatic triggers based on file downloads, running apps, or frontmost app status
  • Triggers for external displays, USB or Bluetooth devices, Wi-Fi networks, and power adapters
  • Triggers based on CPU use, idle time, battery charge level, or a mounted drive
  • Options to allow or prevent display sleep, screen saver activation, and screen locking
  • AppleScript support and hot keys for starting and ending sessions
Best for: Mac users who need their computer to stay awake either on demand or automatically under specific conditions, such as during downloads or while a particular app is running.
Good for
  • The listing states there are no advertisements, in-app purchases, or tracking.
  • Offers both a simple on/off switch and detailed automatic triggers for users who need them.
  • Includes an optional session time display in the menu bar with 12 or 24 hour formats.
Watch out for
  • Requires macOS 10.11 El Capitan or higher, and some features need a newer macOS version.
  • The listing states that there are not enough ratings or reviews to display an overview.
  • The VPN trigger is limited to Cisco AnyConnect, as named in the listing.

Amphetamine at a glance

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Pricing
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Platforms
iOS, macOS, Web
Open source
Not stated
Language
English
Last checked
Oct 6, 2026 · Automated check blocked
Listed
Oct 5, 2026
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Amphetamine FAQ

Can it keep the display on as well as the Mac?
Yes. The listing states that Amphetamine can keep the Mac and, optionally, its display or displays awake. It can also be set to allow the display to sleep while the Mac stays awake.
Which versions of macOS does it support?
The listing states that it requires macOS 10.11 El Capitan or higher. Some features require a higher version of macOS.
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