# AlDente

> A MacBook connected to a monitor can spend most of its life plugged in. AlDente lets you decide how much charge it should hold while it sits there. Set a battery percentage, and charging stops at that limit. The free version covers this central task, while Pro adds temperature protection, charging ranges and battery statistics. A small utility for looking after the hardware you already own.

Canonical page: https://nested.blog/awesome/apps/aldente
Content type: software profile
Creator: AppHouseKitchen GmbH
Category: Utilities
Platforms: macOS
Pricing: one_time, subscription
Editorial grade: Exceptional (96/100)
Added: 2026-10-06T18:29:52.041Z

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## Why nested.blog recommends it

- Makes charging a deliberate setting, with a limit you can choose yourself.
- Keeps the core charge limiter free. Pro adds finer controls around it.
- Sailing Mode lets the battery move within a range rather than repeatedly topping up to one percentage.

## Where it falls short

- A lower charge limit leaves less battery available when you unexpectedly leave your desk.
- Keeping the battery within a narrow range can affect charge readings, making occasional calibration necessary.

## Best for

- MacBook users who spend much of their time connected to power.
- People using a MacBook as their main desk computer.

Official website: https://apphousekitchen.com/aldente-overview/

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