Rectangle vs AltTab
Side-by-side comparison for macOS
Rectangle
8.0Move and resize windows using keyboard shortcuts or snap areas
AltTab
7.5Enable Windows-like alt-tab
| Metric | Rectangle | AltTab |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Utilities | Utilities |
| AI Score | 8.0 | 7.5 |
| 30-day Installs | 11.3K | 6.1K |
| 90-day Installs | 31.5K | 19.8K |
| 365-day Installs | 100.0K | 72.9K |
| Version | 0.95 | 10.12.0 |
| Auto-updates | Yes | Yes |
| Deprecated | No | No |
| GitHub Stars | 28.6K | 15.0K |
| GitHub Forks | 895 | 498 |
| Open Issues | 98 | 57 |
| License | NOASSERTION | GPL-3.0 |
| Language | Swift | Swift |
| Last GitHub Commit | 2mo ago | 1mo ago |
| First Seen | Aug 9, 2019 | Oct 15, 2019 |
Reviews
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
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