LaunchHome vs BuhoLaunchpad: comparing two Launchpad replacements
LaunchHome and BuhoLaunchpad both bring the classic Launchpad back to macOS 26 and 27. How they compare on what’s free, old layout import, gestures, customization, supported macOS versions and refunds
The short answer
Disclosure: this comparison is written by the LaunchHome team. BuhoLaunchpad’s details come from Dr.Buho’s product page as of 2026-10-31; its price wasn’t listed there, so check it before you buy.
Both recreate the paged Launchpad grid, run on Apple silicon and Intel, and import the old Launchpad layout. LaunchHome keeps the grid, folders, search and F4 free to use, and adds widgets and a full uninstall.
Pick BuhoLaunchpad if you still run macOS 15, want custom background images, need a choice of which display it opens on, or prefer a 30-day refund window.
Side by side
Checked on 2026-10-31.
| LaunchHome | BuhoLaunchpad | |
|---|---|---|
| Layout | Pages and folders, like the original | Pages and folders, like the original |
| Price | Free to use; Pro is a one-time $9.9 for 3 Macs | Free download, paid license; price not listed on the product page |
| Refund | 14 days | 30 days |
| Import old Launchpad layout | Yes, free | Yes (Migrate Legacy Launchpad Layout) |
| Trackpad pinch and hot corners | Pro | Yes |
| Rows, columns and icon size | Pro | Yes |
| Custom background image | No (uses your wallpaper) | Yes |
| Widgets | Pro (calculator, clipboard history, clock) | Not listed |
| Uninstall with leftovers | Pro | Not listed (Dr.Buho sells it in BuhoCleaner) |
| macOS | 26 and 27 | 15, 26 and 27 |
| Languages | 8 | 9 |
Sources: BuhoLaunchpad
Where BuhoLaunchpad is ahead
It also runs on macOS 15, so you can switch before upgrading.
More visual options: any image as the background with adjustable blur, and text that adapts to it.
You can choose whether it opens on the main display, the one with the Dock or the one with the pointer.
A 30-day money-back guarantee.
Where LaunchHome is ahead
The core is free to keep using: pages, drag-and-drop, up to 3 folders, search by app name, old layout import and F4.
Extras: widgets (calculator, clipboard history, clock), search by initials and calculations, and an uninstall that also cleans up leftovers in ~/Library (Pro).
About 4 MB, under 5 ms to open after the first launch, no account and no analytics. One Pro license covers 3 Macs.
FAQ
Do both import my old Launchpad layout?
Yes, as long as the old Launchpad database is still on your Mac. See How to import your old Launchpad layout.
Which one works on macOS Sequoia?
BuhoLaunchpad, which supports macOS 15. LaunchHome requires macOS 26, and on macOS 15 you still have Apple’s Launchpad.
Is BuhoLaunchpad free?
It’s a free download with a paid license; Dr.Buho’s product page doesn’t list the price. LaunchHome’s core features stay free with no time limit.