Bartender 6 has been released and is rebuilt to support macOS 26 Tahoe’s new “Liquid Glass” design. The update adapts the app to the refreshed, more translucent menu bar and brings performance, responsiveness and UI improvements for organising menu-bar items.
- Compatibility: Requires macOS 26 Tahoe (or Sequoia where noted).
- Design: Updated visuals to match Apple’s Liquid Glass menu bar.
- Performance: Smoother, faster, more responsive menu-bar handling with an improved movement system for items.
- Privacy & UX: Fewer screen-record permission prompts; a locked-down mode available without those permissions.
- Availability: Free 4-week trial from the developer site; purchase or Setapp subscription options available.
Official download and more info: macbartender.com
Background on macOS 26 Tahoe & Liquid Glass UI: CNET article
If you use Bartender, how will the updated look and performance affect your menu-bar setup? Share your thoughts below.