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Byobu vs Contour

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Byobu

Byobu is an open-source text-based window manager and terminal multiplexer built on top of tmux or GNU Screen. It provides an enhanced interface with status notifications, keybindings, and session management.

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Contour

Contour is an open-source terminal emulator designed for modern terminals with support for Unicode, inline images, and sixel graphics. It provides a fast, feature-rich alternative to traditional terminal emulators.

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Quick Facts

Byobu

Year Launched2009
Pricing ModelFree
Open SourceYes
CategoryTerminals
Platforms

Contour

Year Launched2020
Pricing ModelFree
Open SourceYes
CategoryTerminals
PlatformsmacOS, Windows, Linux

Pricing

Byobu

Free

Contour

Free

Free: 0/one-time

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