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Homerow alternatives
Homerow compared with 4 alternatives: Raycast, Alfred, Karabiner-Elements and BetterTouchTool.
Homerow is a paid product with a free trial, starting at $49.99 one-time purchase. 3 of the 4 alternatives are free or have a free plan. One more offers a free trial.
4 tools · Listings checked up to Oct 9, 2026 · Where the facts come from
At a glance
| Tool | Price | Free plan | Runs on |
|---|---|---|---|
| HomerowThis tool | Free trial · from $49.99 one-time | Trial only | macOS |
| Raycast | Free plan · from $96/yr | Yes | macOS, Windows, iOS, Browser extension |
| Alfred | Free plan · from £34 one-time | Yes | macOS |
| Karabiner-Elements | Free | Free | macOS |
| BetterTouchTool | Free trial · from $15 one-time | Trial only | macOS |
How each one differs from Homerow
- Free plan · from $96/yr
Raycast
Keyboard launcher with extensions, clipboard history and AI
- Raycast starts at $96 / year, billed annually. Homerow starts at $49.99 one-time purchase.
- Raycast has a free plan. Homerow does not, though it has a free trial.
- Only Raycast lists Windows and iOS apps.
- Only Raycast lists a browser extension.
- Homerow can be bought with a one-time purchase.
Suits: Mac and Windows users who prefer the keyboard to the mouse
- Free plan · from £34 one-time
Alfred
Mac launcher with hotkeys, snippets and custom workflows
- Alfred starts at £34 one-time purchase (Powerpack Single License). Homerow starts at $49.99 one-time purchase.
- Alfred has a free plan. Homerow does not, though it has a free trial.
- Alfred also covers workflow automation, launcher, clipboard manager and text expansion.
Suits: Mac users who want a keyboard launcher without a subscription
- Free
Karabiner-Elements
Free, open-source keyboard customizer for macOS
- Karabiner-Elements is free. Homerow starts at $49.99 one-time purchase.
- Karabiner-Elements has a free plan. Homerow does not, though it has a free trial.
- Karabiner-Elements is open source, according to its own site.
- Homerow can be bought with a one-time purchase.
- Karabiner-Elements also covers menu bar app and keyboard and mouse remapping.
Suits: Mac users who want to remap keys or modifiers at no cost
- Free trial · from $15 one-time
BetterTouchTool
Mac input customization: gestures, shortcuts and automation
- BetterTouchTool starts at $15 one-time purchase (Standard License, 2 years of updates). Homerow starts at $49.99 one-time purchase.
- BetterTouchTool also covers workflow automation, launcher, clipboard manager, window management and keyboard and mouse remapping.
Suits: Mac users who want custom trackpad, mouse and keyboard gestures in one app
Limits worth knowing in Homerow
- macOS only; the download button on the website says macOS 13 or later is required.
- The license is for personal use on your own Macs, and each license has a maximum number of device activations.
- It depends on the macOS Accessibility permission, and the terms say apps with limited accessibility support may not work fully.
- The unlicensed app shows a purchase reminder every 50 activations; the student discount of 30% needs a verified student email.
Common questions
What are the alternatives to Homerow?
The alternatives to Homerow in this directory are Raycast, Alfred, Karabiner-Elements and BetterTouchTool. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with Homerow.
Is there a free alternative to Homerow?
Yes. Karabiner-Elements is free to use. Raycast and Alfred have a free plan alongside paid ones.
Which Homerow alternatives work on Windows?
The Homerow listing does not include a Windows app. Raycast lists one.
Which Homerow alternatives work on iOS?
The Homerow listing does not include an iOS app. Raycast lists one.
Is there an open-source alternative to Homerow?
Karabiner-Elements is described as open source on its own site.
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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