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AltTab vs Rectangle

Side-by-side comparison for macOS

AltTab

7.5
Utilities

Enable Windows-like alt-tab

Rectangle

8.0
Utilities

Move and resize windows using keyboard shortcuts or snap areas

Metric AltTab Rectangle
Category Utilities Utilities
AI Score 7.5 8.0
30-day Installs 6.1K 11.3K
90-day Installs 19.8K 31.5K
365-day Installs 72.9K 100.0K
Version 10.12.0 0.95
Auto-updates Yes Yes
Deprecated No No
GitHub Stars 15.0K 28.6K
GitHub Forks 498 895
Open Issues 57 98
License GPL-3.0 NOASSERTION
Language Swift Swift
Last GitHub Commit 1mo ago 2mo ago
First Seen Oct 15, 2019 Aug 9, 2019

Reviews

AltTab

AltTab brings Windows-like alt-tab functionality to macOS, offering a familiar way to switch between windows. It's popular among users transitioning from Windows or seeking a different app-switching experience.

Enables Windows-style alt-tab window switching on macOS.

Pros

  • + Implements a familiar Windows-style alt-tab interface
  • + Active development and strong community support
  • + Customizable settings for a tailored experience

Cons

  • - Some users report performance issues and bugs
  • - Occasional UI glitches and notifications post-uninstallation

Rectangle

Rectangle is a powerful macOS utility that allows users to move and resize windows with precision using keyboard shortcuts or snap areas. It's particularly beneficial for developers and productivity-focused users who need efficient window management. The app's popularity and active development indicate strong community support.

Enables precise window movement and resizing through keyboard shortcuts and snap areas.

Pros

  • + Efficient window management with keyboard shortcuts
  • + Snap areas for quick window resizing and positioning
  • + High popularity and active development

Cons

  • - Some users reported performance issues with specific applications
  • - Compatibility issues with macOS updates in the past