Rectangle
Free open-source window manager for macOS with keyboard shortcuts and drag-to-snap — based on Spectacle.
Our Verdict
The default Mac window manager for most users — free, reliable, and good enough to forget it's running.
Pros
- Free open-source window snapping for macOS
- Keyboard shortcuts cover every tiling action
- Drag-to-snap feels native to the OS
- Zero telemetry, no account required
- Pro version adds cascade and custom grids
Cons
- macOS only, no Linux or Windows
- Lacks advanced tiling of Yabai or Amethyst
- Multi-monitor setups need manual tweaking
- No automation API for scripted layouts
When to Use Rectangle
Good fit if you need
- macOS window snapping with keyboard shortcuts and drag zones
- Free Spectacle-based window manager for developer workflows
- Half/quarter-screen layout shortcuts for focused coding
- Open-source alternative to Magnet for window management
- Custom keyboard shortcut tiling for multi-monitor Mac setup
Pricing
Price wrong?Rectangle Pricing
- Pricing Model
- free
- Free Tier
- Yes
- Entry Price
- —
- Enterprise Available
- No
- Transparency Score
- —
Beta — estimates may differ from actual pricing
Estimated Monthly Cost
$25
Estimated Annual Cost
$300
Estimates are approximate and may not reflect current pricing. Always check the official pricing page.
Project Health
Health Score
5
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Last checked: 2026-04-21
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