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DockDoor alternatives

DockDoor compared with 3 alternatives: AltTab, Swish and Rectangle.

DockDoor is free to use. 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
DockDoorThis toolFreeFreemacOS
AltTabFree plan · from $9.99 one-timeYesmacOS
SwishFree trial · from $16 one-timeTrial onlymacOS
RectangleFreeFreemacOS

How each one differs from DockDoor

  1. AltTab

    Windows-style window switcher for macOS, free and open source

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

    Suits: People moving from Windows who miss switching between individual windows

    AltTab vs DockDoorAltTab pricing and details

  2. Swish

    Trackpad-gesture window manager for macOS

    • Swish starts at $16 one-time purchase (US price). DockDoor is free.
    • DockDoor has a free plan. Swish does not, though it has a free trial.
    • Swish can be bought with a one-time purchase.
    • DockDoor is open source, according to its own site.

    Suits: MacBook and Magic Trackpad users who prefer gestures to keyboard shortcuts

    Swish vs DockDoorSwish pricing and details

  3. Rectangle

    Free, open-source window snapping for macOS

    • Rectangle is free. DockDoor is free.

    Suits: Mac users who want window snapping by shortcut or drag at no cost

    Rectangle vs DockDoorRectangle pricing and details

Limits worth knowing in DockDoor

  • macOS only: it needs macOS 13 Ventura or later, and the Liquid Glass look needs macOS 26 or later.
  • It requires both the Accessibility and Screen Recording permissions to find windows and draw their previews.
  • The FAQ says a few apps built with unusual UI frameworks may show fewer windows or skip some actions.
  • Per-display Docks, profiles and the widget library belong to DockDoor Pro, a separate $20 app, not to this one.
DockDoor pricing and details

Common questions

What are the alternatives to DockDoor?

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

Is there a free alternative to DockDoor?

Yes. Rectangle is free to use. AltTab has a free plan alongside paid ones.

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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