I have been doing genealogy research on my family on and off for the past 20 years. I had been using an older FTM program on a PC. I want to just use my MacBook, so checking into software.

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I would like something that will also have an app for my iPhone. I have checked into Reunion, MacFamily, and iFamily.

I know FTM is coming out with their Mac version in November. But you can't access a demo of it anywhere. Because I wasn't thrilled with my older 2002 version of FTM, I am hesitant to wait for their new MAC version.

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This Mac version appears to be little more than just a means to generate income for the company that sells it. If you want good options, try Ifamily (feature packed, good interface), MacFamilyTree (slick, excellent for the basics) or Reunion (most features, overall best, but kinda crummy interface and feel). IFamily for Leopard 2.892 for Mac can be downloaded from our website for free. The most popular versions among iFamily for Leopard for Mac users are 2.8, 2.7 and 2.5. The most popular versions among iFamily for Leopard for Mac users are 2.8, 2.7 and 2.5.

I am not thrilled with the cost of Reunion, but leaning towards it. Most people I have had suggestions from are PC users, and only use FTM. I need some Mac users opinions. Should I wait for the FTM for Mac, or go with Reunion or MacFamilyTree? Go with Reunion I have used MacFamily tree and yes it does have some nice features. I have Reunion and use it all the time and prefer it to MFT. Its very powerful, more so than you realise and they respond quickly to any problems or faults.

They have a lively forum and full of knowledgeable members always very helpful. Yes it may be a little more expensive than other genealogy programs but I feel its the only Mac app worth pursuing. Its been going for a good number of years and I've used it for the last 4-5 years with no problems.

By linking your documents and photos you can always access them in each individuals multimedia file from either iPhoto/documents/reports or whatever. There is a lot more than I can say here so - Go for it - you'll not be disappointed. Reunion vs Family Tree Maker I emailed FTM asking about a demo for their new FTM for Mac. Also asked if there would be an app for the iPhone for FTM Mac users.

I was told that there was no plan to have a demo available online. I was also told there wasn't any plan for an iPhone app in the future. Therefore I ordered Reunion this afternoon. I had input from Charles Bourland of. Internet explorer for mac microsoft remote desktop. Thanks to whoever mentioned his webpage. Love the info, and he was a great help.

Supposedly already shipped today from LeisterPro. Anxiously awaiting it's arrival. Happy with Reunion but. I have been using Reunion for about a year now.

It is a very good program but I feel it has some awkward characteristics that I am unhappy with. 1) it is not easy to move around through families and know where you are or how to get back. 2) I do not like the way family screens and marriage events are linked, and also have problems with children born outside of marriage. I spent many years using Family Origins on a PC and it was much, much easier to move around and know where you were.

3) I miss that you cannot have as a default view a 'tree.' The index is awkward to use and I don't like constantly having to 'paste' names from the index to see relationships for example. 4) Why did it have to be twice as expensive as most genealogy software? Epson scanner software for mac. I am interested in trying the new mac version of Family Tree Maker. Reunion is good but it does have a look and feel that I feel are not that intuitive.

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FTM vs Reunion Did you ever decide on a MAC genealogy program? I've been waiting for a review from someone who has tried both Reunion and Family Tree Maker for MAC. Haven't found one so far and don't know which one to buy.

I've been using a very old version of Family Tree Maker for PC using Parallels. Would prefer to take Parallels off my MAC so that I'm only using MAC programs and my only hesitation is the one PC program that I'm still running and that's the old FTM for PC. Wondering if you narrowed your search and have any advice to offer. I've read several reviews of FTM and have actually been able to try a copy of it. The bottom line?

Stay away from it. Every in depth review mentions a bunch of flaws, bugs and shortcomings, and I would have to agree. The program is buggy at best, lacks some elementary features (media/sources export, same sex marriage icons, bing places search that places towns in wrong parts of a country.) and has very limited control over settings. Several reviewers mention that its GEDCOM export is in fact not GEDCOM compliant at all. Oh, and it does not have any support to speak of either.

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This Mac version appears to be little more than just a means to generate income for the company that sells it. If you want good options, try Ifamily (feature packed, good interface), MacFamilyTree (slick, excellent for the basics) or Reunion (most features, overall best, but kinda crummy interface and feel).