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Mouseless alternatives

As of Nov 13, 2026, the highest-graded Mouseless alternative is Hyperkey (2.6 GPA). It's also the best free one.

Mouseless compared with 5 alternatives: Superkey, Shortcat, Hyperkey, Mosaic and Contexts.

Mouseless's current pricing could not be confirmed from its own site. 1 of the 5 alternatives is free or has a free plan. 3 more offer a free trial.

Listings checked up to Nov 13, 2026 · Where the facts come from

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At a glance

ToolPriceFree planRuns on
MouselessThis toolFree trialTrial onlymacOS, Windows, Linux
SuperkeyFree trial · from $15.99Trial onlymacOS
ShortcatPaidNomacOS
HyperkeyFreeFreemacOS
MosaicFree trial · from £14.99 one-timeTrial onlymacOS
ContextsFree trial · from $9.99Trial onlymacOS

How each one differs from Mouseless

  1. Superkey

    Mac hyper key, key remapping and keyboard screen clicking

    • Superkey starts at US$15.99.
    • Superkey lists no Windows and Linux apps, which Mouseless has.
    • Superkey can be bought with a one-time purchase.

    Suits: Mac users who bind window managers or launchers to a hyper key

    Superkey vs MouselessSuperkey pricing and details

  2. Shortcat

    Click and switch windows on a Mac using only the keyboard

    • Shortcat lists no Windows and Linux apps, which Mouseless has.
    • Shortcat also covers launcher and window management.
    • Shortcat does not cover keyboard and mouse remapping, which Mouseless does.

    Suits: Mac users who want to cut mouse use

    Shortcat vs MouselessShortcat pricing and details

  3. Hyperkey

    Free Mac utility that turns a key into the Hyper modifier

    • Hyperkey is free.
    • Hyperkey has a free plan, which Mouseless lacks.
    • Hyperkey lists no Windows and Linux apps, which Mouseless has.

    Suits: Mac users who run out of free shortcut combinations

    Hyperkey vs MouselessHyperkey pricing and details

  4. Mosaic

    Drag-and-drop window layouts for the Mac

    • Mosaic starts at £14.99 one-time (Standard Edition).
    • Mosaic lists no Windows and Linux apps, which Mouseless has.
    • Mosaic can be bought with a one-time purchase.
    • Mosaic also covers window management.
    • Mosaic does not cover keyboard and mouse remapping, which Mouseless does.

    Suits: Mac users who think of layouts as pictures to drop windows on

    Mosaic vs MouselessMosaic pricing and details

  5. Contexts

    Mac window switcher with search, a sidebar and a better Command-Tab

    • Contexts starts at $9.99 per license.
    • Contexts lists no Windows and Linux apps, which Mouseless has.
    • Contexts also covers window management.
    • Contexts does not cover keyboard and mouse remapping, which Mouseless does.

    Suits: Mac users who keep many windows open across Spaces

    Contexts vs MouselessContexts pricing and details

Limits worth knowing in Mouseless

  • The price of the lifetime and subscription licenses sits behind a purchase dialog that could not be read, so no amount is listed.
  • Each license activates on 5 machines and must be validated at least every 30 days.
  • The site states 25% off for academic emails.
Mouseless pricing and details

Common questions

What are the alternatives to Mouseless?

The alternatives to Mouseless in this directory are Superkey, Shortcat, Hyperkey, Mosaic and Contexts. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with Mouseless.

Is there a free alternative to Mouseless?

Yes. Hyperkey is free to use.

When were these prices checked?

Each listing shows its own date. On this page they run from Nov 12, 2026 to Nov 13, 2026. Vendors change prices without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.