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Keyboard Maestro vs WinBatch
Both stand on task automation software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free trial Mac
Keyboard Maestro combines macro building, scripting, clipboard management, and device controls in a Mac-only package. Its trial allows evaluation before choosing the paid license or upgrade.
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WinBatch combines scheduling, browser automation, and desktop recording in a Windows application. Buyers should account for the paid license and Windows-only availability, while the 21-day trial offers an evaluation period.
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| Keyboard Maestro | WinBatch | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | A free trial | No |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Mac | Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | Keyboard Maestro 11: $36, paid once | WinBatch+Compiler: $69, paid once |
| Plans published | 2 | 1 |
| Maker | Keyboard Maestro | Not published |
| Website | keyboardmaestro.com | winbatch.com |
| On task automation software | #31 of 35 | #35 of 35 |
Keyboard Maestro: what it does well
- Hundreds of built-in actions
- Unlimited named clipboards
- Supports AppleScript, shell scripts, and JavaScript
- Works with Safari and Chrome
- One license covers up to five Macs
What to know first
- macOS only
- No free plan
- Keyboard Maestro 11 listed at $36 a month
- Requires macOS 10.13 or later
WinBatch: what it does well
- Scheduled automation runs
- Browser automation support
- Desktop activity recorder
- 21-day trial available
- Up to 12 months of updates
What to know first
- Windows platform only
- No free plan
- Paid one-time license
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