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I'm not a power user, and I wanted a local server that would be easy to set up and maintain. MAMP is that server. The interface is clean and simple: just click "Start Servers," and it launches Apache and MySQL. The launch page includes your phpinfo settings, so you can verify that you're configured properly. The addition of phpMyAdmin is a great addition, especially for users who aren't as familiar with MySQL. From there, you can create or delete databases, add and update tables, or execute MySQL statements manually if you prefer. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.
It's hardly a legitimate complaint, but the app is so streamlined that problems can be difficult to troubleshoot on the rare occasion that they do occur. However, this has only happened to me once (the Apache server wasn't launching), and I was able to resolve it quickly nonetheless. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.
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Its easier to use different PHP version for different projects. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.
I purchased MAMP Pro version 6.9, and I must say, my experience has been extremely disappointing. The software barely offers any meaningful improvements or new features compared to previous versions. The so-called "fixes" and minor UI changes are not worth the additional cost they're asking for the update. It feels like a blatant money grab, with little regard for actual product advancement.
For those considering investing in a local development environment, I highly recommend trying Laravel Herd Pro instead. It's a better alternative that provides more value for your money. Save yourself the frustration and avoid this product. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.
Easy to install, configure and add virtual hosts and SSL. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.
MAMP, even the Pro version does not provide on going support for current software. MySQL 5.7 is EOL on Oct 31, 2023. MAMP PRO doesn't provide support for MySQL 8.x. I've emailed MAMP team requesting support and the only response that that it would come with the new version. No dates or timeline for this new version. As a developers tool, this is completely unacceptable, especially as a paid product within the license period. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.
I like that this software allows me to build and develop websites, including WordPress, PHP, and local HTML projects, where I can test them and see what they would look like and how they would behave before I launch them online. The software also makes it easy to run extended operations that usually with time out on the server without this restriction when doing it on my local machine. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.
I don't particularly appreciate that there is a learning curve involved with using this software. It's not a steep learning curve, but it does require some set up and remembering preferences. An example of this would be if I choose a specific folder to host the website files; it's not the same folder as the one hosting database files. Again, this isn't that big of a headache, but if I had to say that there was something I disliked, this would be it. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.
Easy to install and set up a local web server for local development on your computer. It's also great that there is a free version of MAMP. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.
I wish it was a little easier to enable more PHP versions (perhaps from preferences), not a big deal but might be difficult to find for new users. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.
MAMP saves me a lot of time providing me with a one click solution to have PHP, MYSQL, APACHE, PEARL, RUBY, NGINX and SSL certificates running on my Mac. No more tedious command line installs... say goodbye to homebrew. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.
There's really nothing I dislike about MAMP they even have a free version that provides all the essential features. So I don't have nothing to criticise not even an improvement to sugest. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.
What I like the best about MAMP is the convenience of the application. Setting up a local PHP/MySQL test server with a WordPress installation is a breeze. Working with MAMP on my Mac for building websites locally saves me time to get started with the building side of development. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.
My main complaint has to do with the free version of the application vs the Pro version. The free version puts all of the projects under a single localhost domain which can get messier when dealing with multiple test installs. I highly recommend upgrading the Pro version so you can isolate your client/projects and have more flexibility when using the application. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.
It's really easy to set up a local environment and get up an running with web development. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.
Sometimes it takes a while for it to start up. It could be that I'm impatient but starting and stopping the servers can be quite a bit of time to wait. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.
Well, first of all, it's a free platform you can download on either Windows or Mac. Yes, there is a premium version, but I have only worked with the free one. I first downloaded this around 4 years ago, and it completely helped me streamline my website development for my clients. Now I can easily create databases and different site mockups offline for multiple clients. I mainly work with the Wordpress platform and it's so easy to set up and then transfer to live. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.
I haven't found too much or anything really that I dislike. If anything yes it might take up space on your computer but once you finish a project you can easily delete it. I mainly use this to help me create Wordpress websites. I can only access my files though on the computer where the program is on and where the files were created, which sucks that I cannot access them anywhere but it's not too much of a loss. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.
I have been using MAMP PRO for over a year now and I am really happy with the performance and quality for the product as a whole. MAMP is easy installation, work as advertised, flawlessly. Good, thorough documentation online, and plenty of features to configure for the different tasks. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.
Well, I just hope for more easy-instal packages & quicker response from developer and responsive when contacted. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.
The idea. In theory it would be great if it worked and was built like a Pro software which you can upgrade from one version to the next without everything being reset to default. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.
The execution. As mentioned on what I like best, this thing is a joke. If they dropped the priced by 70% and removed the word pro from it, maybe, I said maybe, it would be worth it. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.
