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Ditto alternatives
Ditto compared with 5 alternatives: CopyQ, ClipClip, Raycast, Maccy and Synergy.
Ditto is free to use. 4 of the 5 alternatives are free or have a free plan. One more offers a free trial.
5 tools · Listings checked up to Oct 9, 2026 · Where the facts come from
At a glance
| Tool | Price | Free plan | Runs on |
|---|---|---|---|
| DittoThis tool | Free | Free | Windows |
| CopyQ | Free | Free | macOS, Windows, Linux |
| ClipClip | Free plan · from $49 one-time | Yes | Windows |
| Raycast | Free plan · from $96/yr | Yes | macOS, Windows, iOS, Browser extension |
| Maccy | Free plan · from $4.99 | Yes | macOS |
| Synergy | Free trial · from $15 one-time | Trial only | macOS, Windows, Linux |
How each one differs from Ditto
- Free
CopyQ
Open-source clipboard manager with tabs, commands and scripting
- CopyQ is free. Ditto is free.
- Only CopyQ lists macOS and Linux apps.
Suits: People who want the same clipboard manager on Windows, macOS and Linux
- Free plan · from $49 one-time
ClipClip
Windows clipboard manager with editors and screen capture
- ClipClip starts at $49 one-time payment per user (Commercial License). Ditto is free.
- ClipClip can be bought with a one-time purchase.
- Ditto is open source, according to its own site.
- ClipClip also covers screen recording and screenshots.
Suits: Windows users who want clipboard history with built-in editing
- Free plan · from $96/yr
Raycast
Keyboard launcher with extensions, clipboard history and AI
- Raycast starts at $96 / year, billed annually. Ditto is free.
- Only Raycast lists macOS and iOS apps.
- Only Raycast lists a browser extension.
- Ditto is open source, according to its own site.
- Raycast also covers launcher, window management and text expansion.
Suits: Mac and Windows users who prefer the keyboard to the mouse
- Free plan · from $4.99
Maccy
Lightweight, open-source clipboard manager for macOS
- Maccy starts at $4.99 or more, pay what you want (website download via Gumroad). Ditto is free.
- Only Maccy lists a macOS app.
- Only Ditto lists a Windows app.
- Maccy also covers menu bar app.
Suits: Mac users who want clipboard history and nothing else
- Free trial · from $15 one-time
Synergy
Share one keyboard and mouse across Windows, Mac and Linux PCs
- Synergy starts at $15 one-time payment (Synergy 3 Lite, personal use). Ditto is free.
- Ditto has a free plan. Synergy does not, though it has a free trial.
- Only Synergy lists macOS and Linux apps.
- Synergy can be bought with a one-time purchase.
- Ditto is open source, according to its own site.
Suits: Desks with a Windows PC, a Mac and a Linux machine side by side
Limits worth knowing in Ditto
- Windows only: the downloads listed are an installer, a portable ZIP, Chocolatey and Winget packages, and a Microsoft Store app.
- There is no cloud sync. Clips reach other computers only when sent over the local network to machines listed under Options - Friends.
- Ditto opens a network port for the Friends feature; receiving clips can be turned off in Options - Friends.
- Scripts can read and change ASCII text only, a limitation of the ChaiScript engine.
Common questions
What are the alternatives to Ditto?
The alternatives to Ditto in this directory are CopyQ, ClipClip, Raycast, Maccy and Synergy. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with Ditto.
Is there a free alternative to Ditto?
Yes. CopyQ is free to use. ClipClip, Raycast and Maccy have a free plan alongside paid ones.
Which Ditto alternatives work on macOS?
The Ditto listing does not include a macOS app. CopyQ, Raycast, Maccy and Synergy list one.
Which Ditto alternatives work on Linux?
The Ditto listing does not include a Linux app. CopyQ and Synergy list one.
When were these prices checked?
Each listing shows its own date. On this page they run from Oct 4, 2026 to Oct 9, 2026. Vendors change prices without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.
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