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Keep Mac Awake vs Tabel

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Keep Mac Awake compared with Tabel
DetailKeep Mac Awake logo Keep Mac AwakeTabel logo Tabel
What it doesKeep your MacBook awake with the lid closed for long-running AI agents and tasks, no external display needed A fast, private database client for PostgreSQL and SQLite on Mac
StageStartup Not given
FoundedNot given Not given
Based inNot given Not given
Pricing modelNot given Paid
PricingFree 3-day trial (sessions up to 8 hours). Then $9 USD once per Mac, tax included. No subscription. $4.99 one-time purchase, no subscription or in-app purchases
Key features
  • Keep MacBook awake with lid closed, no external display or keyboard needed
  • Sessions with no limit or custom duration up to 168 hours
  • Run on AC power by default, optional battery use down to chosen level
  • Built-in display off with lid closed
  • Command-line interface with JSON output for AI agents
  • Independent watchdog service restores normal sleep after failure
  • Thermal cutoff on battery at serious heat levels
  • No account, analytics, or logs required
  • Works with Claude Code, Codex, Gemini CLI, Cursor and other AI agents
  • Fast performance with large tables
  • Edit data directly in the grid
  • SQL editor with autocompletion
  • SSH tunnel support
  • Import connections from TablePlus
  • Colour-coded environments
  • Export to multiple formats
  • Query history
  • Row details and structure view
  • TLS support for PostgreSQL
What makes it different
  • Only keep-awake app with independent watchdog, thermal cutoff, and AI agent interface
  • Clamshell mode without external monitor, display, or keyboard
  • JSON interface allows agents to start, check, and stop sessions autonomously
  • Control agents from your phone while MacBook lid is closed
  • No account, subscription, ads or tracking required
  • All data stays on your Mac in the Keychain
  • One-time purchase with no recurring fees
  • Direct support from the developer
  • TablePlus connection import
Free planNot given Not given
Open sourceNot given Not given
PlatformsNot given Not given
Public APINot given Not given
Community votes00
DR (Domain Rating by Ahrefs)1 +1 (up) since last check50 no change since last check
Trust Flow (Majestic)019
Citation Flow (Majestic)016
Referring domains (Majestic)02

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