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Raskin vs Swish
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.
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Raskin combines visual file browsing, organization, and application opening on macOS. Its photo-review tools, Finder integration, and large-file display target users who prefer a spatial desktop view.
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Swish focuses on gesture-driven window placement, resizing, and movement for Mac users. Its one-time license includes a trial, while Setapp offers another paid route; the app remains limited to macOS.
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| Raskin | Swish | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | A free trial | A free trial |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Mac | Mac |
| Lowest paid plan | Single User: $24.99, paid once | Setapp: $9.99 a month |
| Plans published | 3 | 2 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | raskinformac.com | highlyopinionated.co |
| On window management software | #54 of 65 | #58 of 65 |
Raskin: what it does well
- Shows many file types without importing
- Zoomable organization with metadata sorting
- Contact sheets and Light Table View
- Changes sync with Finder
- Free trial available
What to know first
- macOS only
- No free plan
- Initial launch scans the hard disk
- Paid plans require one-time purchase
Swish: what it does well
- Thirty gestures for windows, Dock, and menu bar
- 2×2, 3×2, and 3×3 window grids
- Supports displays and macOS spaces
- Magic Trackpad and Magic Mouse support
- One license covers two machines
What to know first
- macOS only
- Requires macOS 12 or later
- Costs 16.00 USD one time
- Internet connection needed for license checks and updates