--- title: Apple OS X Yosemite Reviews meta\_title: 'Apple OS X Yosemite Reviews 2026: Details, Pricing, & Features | G2' meta\_description: Filter 92 reviews by the users' company size, role or industry to find out how Apple OS X Yosemite works for a business like yours. aggregate\_rating: rating\_value: 4.5 review\_count: 92 scale: '5' date\_modified: '2026-08-09' parent\_category: name: IT Infrastructure url: https://www.g2.com/categories/it-infrastructure --- # Apple OS X Yosemite Reviews & Product Details OS X Yosemite, released in October 2014, is the eleventh major version of Apple's desktop operating system for Mac computers. This update introduced a comprehensive redesign, aligning the Mac interface more closely with the aesthetics of iOS, featuring a flatter, more modern look with translucent elements and a refreshed color palette. Yosemite also emphasized enhanced integration between Mac and iOS devices, offering users a more seamless and connected experience across their Apple products. Key Features and Functionality: - Redesigned User Interface: Yosemite introduced a flatter, more modern design with translucent elements and a refreshed color palette, aligning the Mac interface more closely with iOS aesthetics. - Continuity: This suite of features enhances integration between Mac and iOS devices. Handoff allows users to start tasks on one device and continue them on another, while Instant Hotspot enables easy tethering to an iPhone's internet connection. - Phone and SMS Integration: Users can make and receive iPhone calls and send SMS messages directly from their Mac, provided both devices are connected to the same Wi-Fi network. - AirDrop Between Mac and iOS: Yosemite enables file sharing between Mac and iOS devices using AirDrop, facilitating quick and easy transfers without the need for cables or external drives. - Enhanced Spotlight Search: Spotlight received significant improvements, offering a more prominent search bar and the ability to pull in results from various sources, including Wikipedia, Maps, and news, providing a more comprehensive search experience. - Updated Native Applications: Core apps like Safari, Mail, and Messages were updated with new features and improved performance. For instance, Safari introduced a new tab view and improved sharing options, while Mail added functionalities like Mail Drop for sending large attachments. Primary Value and User Solutions: OS X Yosemite's primary value lies in its enhanced continuity and integration features, bridging the gap between Mac and iOS devices. By enabling seamless transitions between devices, users can maintain productivity without interruption, whether they're composing emails, browsing the web, or managing files. The redesigned interface offers a more intuitive and visually appealing experience, while the updated native applications and improved search capabilities streamline daily tasks. Overall, Yosemite addresses the need for a cohesive and interconnected ecosystem, enhancing user efficiency and satisfaction across Apple's hardware and software platforms. * * * Seller [Apple](https://www.g2.com/sellers/apple) Discussions [Apple OS X Yosemite Community](https://www.g2.com/products/apple-os-x-yosemite/discuss) Solution Type Best-of-Breed Show More ## Value at a Glance Averages based on real user reviews. ### Perceived Cost $$$$$ [ View More Pricing Information ](https://www.g2.com/products/apple-os-x-yosemite/pricing) ## Top-Rated Alternatives [ ![Windows 7](/assets/transparent-ad5be28fbcd25b7b08d2cebe1d957125437fb5407d75ee717965ad22c8808791.gif "Windows 7") Windows 7 4.2/5(903) ](https://www.g2.com/products/windows-7/reviews) [ ![Red Hat Enterprise Linux](/assets/transparent-ad5be28fbcd25b7b08d2cebe1d957125437fb5407d75ee717965ad22c8808791.gif "Red Hat Enterprise Linux") Red Hat Enterprise Linux 4.6/5(977) ](https://www.g2.com/products/red-hat-enterprise-linux/reviews) [ ![Ubuntu](/assets/transparent-ad5be28fbcd25b7b08d2cebe1d957125437fb5407d75ee717965ad22c8808791.gif "Ubuntu") Ubuntu 4.5/5(2,399) ](https://www.g2.com/products/ubuntu/reviews) [ View All Alternatives ](https://www.g2.com/products/apple-os-x-yosemite/competitors/alternatives) ## User Insights Average based on 92 real user reviews. 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SD Sandeep D. Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.) 9/15/2023 "Improved user interface and performance" 4.5/5 What do you like best about Apple OS X Yosemite? Clean user interface and improved performance. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What do you dislike about Apple OS X Yosemite? Only thing i don't like about Apple OS X, that we cannot use it in indpedent machines, we have to use Apple laptops and Macbooks only. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What problems is Apple OS X Yosemite solving and how is that benefiting you? Development made easy by handling dependencies easily. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. Show More 9/19/2023 Validated ReviewerIncentivizedSource: G2 invite ![Verified User in Retail](/assets/icons/anonymous-avatar-purple-4ae1032bdb50ee5682003170c8184aee790d25958bd397abbd384ba52c596a7b.svg "Verified User in Retail") UR Verified User in Retail Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.) 8/10/2023 "One of the best OSes available" 4/5 What do you like best about Apple OS X Yosemite? Apple OS X Yosemite is not only intuitive and easy to navigate, but also simple, making it perfectly suited to meet all of my needs. It's not clunky or excessive. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What do you dislike about Apple OS X Yosemite? If my battery is low, navigating through different windows can be glitchy, so I have to wait until my battery is charged to at least 10% for smoother performance. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What problems is Apple OS X Yosemite solving and how is that benefiting you? They are constantly striving to enhance their design, improve efficiency, and ensure ease of use which is something I really value as someone who always has 5 windows and 100 tabs open at all times. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. Show More Validated ReviewerIncentivizedSource: G2 invite ![Dr. Kathleen N.](/assets/transparent-ad5be28fbcd25b7b08d2cebe1d957125437fb5407d75ee717965ad22c8808791.gif "Dr. Kathleen N.") DN Dr. Kathleen N. Psychologist Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.) 9/12/2023 "Efficiently able to run multiple programs seamlessly" 4/5 What do you like best about Apple OS X Yosemite? I can have several programs going at once and my computer doesn't slow down. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What do you dislike about Apple OS X Yosemite? I haven't found any downsides to this operating system. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What problems is Apple OS X Yosemite solving and how is that benefiting you? I have a lot going on at once and need my operating system to be fast Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. Show More Validated ReviewerIncentivizedSource: G2 invite ![Andrew C.](/assets/transparent-ad5be28fbcd25b7b08d2cebe1d957125437fb5407d75ee717965ad22c8808791.gif "Andrew C.") AC Andrew C. Salesforce Application Administrator Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.) 5/17/2023 "Clean user friendly OS" 5/5 What do you like best about Apple OS X Yosemite? Easy to navigate, very user friendly. All apps are easy to find and open. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What do you dislike about Apple OS X Yosemite? N/A. Prefer it to windows, no dislikes regarding this OS Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What problems is Apple OS X Yosemite solving and how is that benefiting you? Use it for my own personal business use. It's secure , and easy to use and I can access my information securely across my apple devices. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. Show More Current UserValidated ReviewerSource: Organic ![Angela T.](/assets/transparent-ad5be28fbcd25b7b08d2cebe1d957125437fb5407d75ee717965ad22c8808791.gif "Angela T.") AT Angela T. Desk Adjuster Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.) 4/29/2023 "Great Operating System" 4.5/5 What do you like best about Apple OS X Yosemite? It is apple on energy drinks. It moves extremely fast, search results and more accurate, so far I have not had any crashes. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What do you dislike about Apple OS X Yosemite? I don't dislike anything as of now. If it does I will update Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What problems is Apple OS X Yosemite solving and how is that benefiting you? None, it's for my personal use. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. Show More 5/4/2023 Current UserValidated ReviewerIncentivizedSource: G2 invite ![Verified User in Higher Education](/assets/icons/anonymous-avatar-purple-4ae1032bdb50ee5682003170c8184aee790d25958bd397abbd384ba52c596a7b.svg "Verified User in Higher Education") UH Verified User in Higher Education Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.) 5/17/2022 "Apple Yosemite" 4.5/5 What do you like best about Apple OS X Yosemite? Easy to use & navigate, great graphics, & fast Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What do you dislike about Apple OS X Yosemite? I haven't had any complaints from any of my Apple software updates including Yosemite Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What problems is Apple OS X Yosemite solving and how is that benefiting you? I used this mostly for school and personal use. Ease of use and navigation, fast and reliable for personal & school use Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. Show More 9/5/2023 Validated ReviewerIncentivizedSource: G2 invite ![Verified User in Information Technology and Services](/assets/icons/anonymous-avatar-purple-4ae1032bdb50ee5682003170c8184aee790d25958bd397abbd384ba52c596a7b.svg "Verified User in Information Technology and Services") UI Verified User in Information Technology and Services Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.) 10/19/2023 "Amazing" 4.5/5 What do you like best about Apple OS X Yosemite? An amazing OS THE BEST on the world market Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What do you dislike about Apple OS X Yosemite? Only the fact is dedicated to apple devices Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What problems is Apple OS X Yosemite solving and how is that benefiting you? All the problems Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. Show More Validated ReviewerSource: Organic ![Zach C.](/assets/transparent-ad5be28fbcd25b7b08d2cebe1d957125437fb5407d75ee717965ad22c8808791.gif "Zach C.") ZC Zach C. Senior Quality Analyst Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.) 4/18/2023 "Very user friendly and easy to use." 5/5 What do you like best about Apple OS X Yosemite? It is very intuitive and makes using it super easy and fast. I am a huge Apple fan, to begin with, and their operating systems have never let me down! Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What do you dislike about Apple OS X Yosemite? Other than the size of disk space, nothing. Keep it coming Apple! Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What problems is Apple OS X Yosemite solving and how is that benefiting you? Makes all my work seemless from desktop to iPad or iPhone so I can continue to work when I am on the go. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. Show More Validated ReviewerSource: Organic LB Lindsey B. Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.) 5/5/2023 "ok upgrade for a good os" 5/5 What do you like best about Apple OS X Yosemite? it has less bugs than the ealier version Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What do you dislike about Apple OS X Yosemite? bright colors are hurting my eyes better go with black next time Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What problems is Apple OS X Yosemite solving and how is that benefiting you? not really solving my needs Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. Show More Validated ReviewerSource: Organic ![Abhay C.](/assets/transparent-ad5be28fbcd25b7b08d2cebe1d957125437fb5407d75ee717965ad22c8808791.gif "Abhay C.") AC Abhay C. Lead Software Engineer Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.) 9/15/2022 "Apple's - Best Operating System" 3.5/5 What do you like best about Apple OS X Yosemite? I love the elegant look and design of Apple OS X Yosemite. It's look has been refined from the previous OS X version. I do all my work on a mac and it's so quick and easy to use it for daily use. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What do you dislike about Apple OS X Yosemite? The only thing I dislike about the OS is that the update size is too big each time. Even for small changes, they provide big-size updates. Since the storage is already limited in macs, these significant updates become a colossal pain. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What problems is Apple OS X Yosemite solving and how is that benefiting you? Being a tech guy, I need a system that don't slow down and does not lag, Apple OS X provides what exactly this thing. Also the gestures provided by the system help in working with multi desktop and multiple application faster. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. Show More Validated ReviewerIncentivizedSource: G2 invite ## Questions about Apple OS X Yosemite? Ask real users or explore answers from the community Get practical answers, real workflows, and honest pros and cons from the G2 community or share your insights. 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