: Instantly block an app by dragging its icon from the Finder directly into Vallum.
is a version of the popular macOS application-layer firewall that notably focuses on performance optimization and refined inter-process communication. Unlike the built-in macOS firewall which primarily filters inbound traffic, Vallum provides granular control over outbound connections. Key Version 1.3.1 Enhancements
: Intercepts connections and holds them while you decide to "pass" or "block" them. Vallum 1.3.1
This specific update introduced several efficiency and UI improvements aimed at power users:
: Better optimization for battery life, with many tasks running on Apple Silicon's efficiency cores. Core Capabilities : Instantly block an app by dragging its
: You can set rules that only activate when connected to specific WiFi hotspots or VPNs.
Reviews often compare Vallum to competitors like Little Snitch and Lulu, highlighting its balance of price and advanced features. Key Version 1
“Vallum Network Monitor is miles better than Netiquette (Lulu's) because domains recognition is actively supported so you dont end up stuck with a bunch of digits non sense but actual domain names.” Reddit · r/macapps · 5 months ago