Mac Developer Survey 2024
From alternative app distribution channels to use of LLMs, learn what Mac app developers are up to this year.
This year
35%
of developers have no plans for visionOS App Development. Despite the launch of Apple Vision Pro in March 2024, Mac developers remain cautious about its appeal.
App distribution
Only 20% of the surveyed Mac developers distribute their apps exclusively via the Mac App Store.
App distribution
App Development
AppKit and SwiftUl are the most frequently used frameworks for macOS apps development.
Frameworks
Development for visionOS
20% of Mac developers are planning to develop for visionOS in 2024 or are already in the development process.
App distribution
Distributing apps for iOS
40%
Haven't decided
29%
Will stay with the App Store only
26%
Will use both
5%
Will switch to outside of the App Store
The integration of AI continued to gain momentum
Nearly 60% of Mac developers are either actively working on or have already implemented AI models in their apps.
App Development
AppKit and SwiftUl are the most frequently used frameworks for macOS apps development.
45%
AppKit
38%
SwiftUl
29%
Electron
18%
React-native
14%
UlKit + Catalyst
14%
Flutter
Shift to Integrated Experiences
Another key trend is the shift from standalone apps to integrated experiences, with two-thirds of developers monitoring the change. Yet, only 21% plan to adjust their projects accordingly.
Inside the report
Developers’ plans to develop for visionOS
Prevalent development frameworks
Opinions on revenue sharing with distribution platforms
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