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AltTab alternatives

AltTab compared with 3 alternatives: DockDoor, Raycast and BetterTouchTool.

AltTab has a free plan. Paid plans start at $9.99 one-time purchase (AltTab Pro). 2 of the 3 alternatives are free or have a free plan. One more offers a free trial.

3 tools · Listings checked up to Oct 9, 2026 · Where the facts come from

At a glance

ToolPriceFree planRuns on
AltTabThis toolFree plan · from $9.99 one-timeYesmacOS
DockDoorFreeFreemacOS
RaycastFree plan · from $96/yrYesmacOS, Windows, iOS, Browser extension
BetterTouchToolFree trial · from $15 one-timeTrial onlymacOS

How each one differs from AltTab

  1. DockDoor

    Free Dock window previews and Alt-Tab switcher for macOS

    • DockDoor is free. AltTab starts at $9.99 one-time purchase (AltTab Pro).
    • AltTab can be bought with a one-time purchase.

    Suits: People coming from Windows who miss taskbar previews and Alt+Tab

    DockDoor vs AltTabDockDoor pricing and details

  2. Raycast

    Keyboard launcher with extensions, clipboard history and AI

    • Raycast starts at $96 / year, billed annually. AltTab starts at $9.99 one-time purchase (AltTab Pro).
    • Only Raycast lists Windows and iOS apps.
    • Only Raycast lists a browser extension.
    • AltTab is open source, according to its own site.
    • AltTab can be bought with a one-time purchase.

    Suits: Mac and Windows users who prefer the keyboard to the mouse

    Raycast vs AltTabRaycast pricing and details

  3. BetterTouchTool

    Mac input customization: gestures, shortcuts and automation

    • BetterTouchTool starts at $15 one-time purchase (Standard License, 2 years of updates). AltTab starts at $9.99 one-time purchase (AltTab Pro).
    • AltTab has a free plan. BetterTouchTool does not, though it has a free trial.
    • AltTab is open source, according to its own site.
    • BetterTouchTool also covers workflow automation, launcher, clipboard manager and keyboard and mouse remapping.

    Suits: Mac users who want custom trackpad, mouse and keyboard gestures in one app

    BetterTouchTool vs AltTabBetterTouchTool pricing and details

Limits worth knowing in AltTab

  • macOS only; it runs on macOS 12 and later.
  • Search, the App Icons and Titles styles, auto-sizing and more than two keyboard shortcuts require Pro once the 14-day trial ends.
  • The $9.99 Pro license covers updates for the current major version only; future major updates need Pro Lifetime.
  • It needs Accessibility permission, plus Screen Recording to show thumbnails, and thumbnails can look distorted under Stage Manager.
AltTab pricing and details

Common questions

What are the alternatives to AltTab?

The alternatives to AltTab in this directory are DockDoor, Raycast and BetterTouchTool. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with AltTab.

Is there a free alternative to AltTab?

Yes. DockDoor is free to use. Raycast has a free plan alongside paid ones.

Which AltTab alternatives work on Windows?

The AltTab listing does not include a Windows app. Raycast lists one.

Which AltTab alternatives work on iOS?

The AltTab listing does not include an iOS app. Raycast lists one.

When were these prices checked?

Each listing shows its own date. On this page they run from Oct 5, 2026 to Oct 9, 2026. Vendors change prices without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.

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