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MacsyZones vs Rectangle
Both stand on window management software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan Mac
MacsyZones offers customizable snapping with remembered layouts and keyboard controls on macOS. Its permission requirement and the undefined cross-screen editing behavior are important considerations.
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Free plan Mac
Rectangle offers free window sizing and placement controls for supported macOS versions, with Pro adding custom placement and workspace features. Check the separate system requirements and device limit if considering Pro.
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| MacsyZones | Rectangle | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Mac | Mac |
| Lowest paid plan | Free or on request | Free or on request |
| Plans published | 1 | 2 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | macsyzones.com | rectangleapp.com |
| On window management software | #25 of 65 | #29 of 65 |
MacsyZones: what it does well
- Custom grid and overlapping layouts
- Remembers layouts per screen and workspace
- Keyboard navigation with Quick Snapper
- Open source under GPL-3.0
- Free plan available
What to know first
- Requires macOS Accessibility permission
- Another-screen zones during editing are undefined
- Paid Pro purchase starts at $7 one-time
- macOS only
Rectangle: what it does well
- Free, open-source plan under the MIT License
- Shortcuts cycle through window sizes
- Snap areas support portrait display layouts
- Pro supports custom targets and app workspaces
What to know first
- Pro requires macOS 13.5 or later
- One Pro license covers up to three active devices
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