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Amethyst vs Keyboard Maestro

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Amethyst

Amethyst is a free, open-source tiling window manager for macOS inspired by xmonad. It automatically arranges application windows into non-overlapping layouts using keyboard shortcuts, without requiring System Integrity Protection to be disabled. Amethyst supports multiple layout algorithms including tall, wide, fullscreen, and column layouts.

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Keyboard Maestro

Keyboard Maestro macOS automation tool for creating complex macros triggered by hotkeys or conditions. It provides comprehensive features for productivity workflows. The tool is actively maintained with regular updates and strong community/vendor support.

Quick Facts

Amethyst

Company
Year Launched2013
Pricing ModelFree
Open SourceYes
CategoryProductivity

Keyboard Maestro

CompanyStairways Software
Year Launched2002
Pricing ModelPaid
Open SourceNo
CategoryProductivity

Pricing

Amethyst

Free

Keyboard Maestro

Paid

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