Browsers
Web browsers aren't all the same: They differ in speed, features, customization, privacy and security options, and whether you can bolt on extensions or add-ons for extra control over your Internet experience. Get our tips on Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge, and more, whether you're browsing on your laptop or your phone.
Business Software
Take care of business better with these business apps. Track your finances, handle accounting tasks, manage contacts, keep organized, and collaborate with colleagues. We pick the best desktop and mobile business software for getting the job done.
Communications
You know about the biggest communication apps, like Gmail, Facebook Messenger, WhatsApp, Skype, and Google Hangouts, but do you know which email, messaging, and video chat apps excel at different tasks? Check our recommendations to see which communications apps are best for social, search, gaming, work collaboration, and more.
Desktop Enhancements
Customize your Windows and MacOS desktop environments so that they do more for you. Enhance the Windows Start menu, your file manager, search capabilities, keyboard shortcuts, system menus, folder organization, and more.
Developer Tools
With developer tools, you can design and build apps, communicate with a team, and manage a project. We have tips on the best tools to make a development project go smoothly.
Digital Photo Software
Kit out your digital darkroom with the best photo apps for viewing and editing images, managing and organizing your media, and sharing photos.
Drivers
Drivers are code that help Windows and MacOS recognize the physical components of your computer, like a printer, graphics card, or mouse. Find the drivers you need here, or get an app that helps you keep all your drivers up-to-date.
Educational Software
Give your skills a boost with educational software. From e-books and language software to fitness apps and typing tutors, we pick the best educational tools to keep your knowledge growing.
Entertainment Software
FIND THE BEST. SKIP THE REST. Entertainment is everywhere when you have the right apps. Stream music, TV, and movies to your laptop or phone -- we'll help you sort through the services to find the best media and the best deals.
Games
Level up with the best games for Windows, Mac, Android, and iOS. Find a puzzle game you can drop right into, escapist RPGs, or intense strategy games. Get our tips on what's good, what's free, and what's worth paying for.
Graphic Design Software
Are you a Web designer, illustrator, or graphic artist wrangling raster and vector graphics? Whether you're a pro designer animating 3D objects, a beginner experimenting with drawing apps, or someone in need of a PDF editor or converter, find the best graphic design software for the job here.
Home Software
Smarten up your home with some software. From helpful intelligent assistants to nutritious meal-delivery services, we have the best home software and services to keep your home running smoothly.
Internet Software
The Internet isn't just for sharing pictures of cats. It's also handy for social networking, search, backing up files into the cloud, broadcasting a live stream on Facebook or YouTube, and sharing files. Find the tools to empower you to navigate the Internet efficiently, safely, and securely.
iTunes & iPod Software
If you prefer to own rather than rent your music and media, then you'll appreciate our selection of iTunes and iPod apps. Find the latest iTunes updates, the best iPod utilities, and iTunes transfer apps to help you play, download, manage, and back up your digital music and video collection.
MP3 & Audio Software
Whether you're a music producer or a music fan, these audio players and audio editors will let you make and enjoy music on desktop and mobile. Record, edit, mix, convert, share, and stream MP3s and other audio files.
Networking Software
Get your network working better with the best networking apps. If you want to track how much you're downloading, transfer or stream a video over a local network, or set up remote access to your PC, these networking tools will get you up and running quickly.
Productivity Software
Master time with the best apps for improving productivity. Find a better calendar app, tick off to-do lists, take notes, manage your contacts, take charge of your personal finances, collaborate on projects, and create top-notch docs and presentations.
Screensavers & Wallpaper
Personalize your desktop or mobile screen with screensavers and wallpaper. Change the background on your laptop or on your phone's home screen or lock screen -- you can choose images and animations from the app or upload your own photos.
Security Software
Fight malware and protect your privacy with security software for Windows, Mac, Android, and iOS. An antivirus app is a great place to start, but you should also look at VPNs for more private Web browsing, file encryption, secure messaging, password managers, and more.
Travel
Travel smarter and lower your stress levels with the best travel software. Map your next vacation or business trip, explore city guides, book flights, get top restaurant and hotel recommendations, find transportation, and learn the language or let your app translate for you.
Utilities & Operating Systems
Whether you want to optimize your system's productivity or your own, utilities should be in your toolbox. Update your OS, clear out junk files on your laptop, back up or compress files, speed up PC and phone performance, and find a better calculator, clock, or flashlight for your mobile device.
Video Software
Are you a video maker, or do you just want to watch? Find the best video software for Windows, Mac, and mobile, whether you want to be the next YouTube star or just need a great media player for watching movies. These apps help you capture video, edit video, convert files, share with friends, and customize your video playback.