Amethyst vs Magnet
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.
Magnet is window manager for macOS that snaps windows to screen edges and positions. It provides comprehensive features for productivity workflows. The tool is actively maintained with regular updates and strong community/vendor support.
Quick Facts
Amethyst
Magnet
Pricing
Amethyst
Free
Magnet
Paid
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