Cross-platform app allows for setup of local server environment for developing and testing on a virtual server. Has option of Apache and mySQL servers. Options include Start/Stop, Ports, PHP, and Web Server. I have mainly used the free version although a Pro version is available from $29-$59 per license. A trial is available, which I've used a wee bit. Pro offers PHP 7.0.10 Pro 4 also offers mobile testing and has its own built in editor. The GUI has been updated and is much nicer and easier to use. For Mac and Windows, but Mac offers a couple extra features. Easy to install WordPress, Drupal, Joomla, etc with "one click". Pro also offers dynamic DNS to share your projects with clients. Very handy!

The simplicity of setup and use. It's all in the GUI, easy to work. Setting new vhost or database is a breezy

MAMP was my best friend when I initially began developing Wordpress sites locally, and it's still my go-to for simple WP projects. It couldn't be easier to use (open the app and you're good to go!), and there's great documentation readily available online when I need to tweak settings. What do I like best? 1) That I don't even have to think about it. 2) That it useful tools like phpmyadmin really easy to find and use.