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Shortcat alternatives

As of Nov 13, 2026, the highest-graded Shortcat alternative is Sol (2.8 GPA). It's also the best free one.

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

Shortcat's current pricing could not be confirmed from its own site. 2 of the 5 alternatives are free or have 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
ShortcatThis toolPaidNomacOS
SuperkeyFree trial · from $15.99Trial onlymacOS
MouselessFree trialTrial onlymacOS, Windows, Linux
HyperkeyFreeFreemacOS
ContextsFree trial · from $9.99Trial onlymacOS
SolFreeFreemacOS

How each one differs from Shortcat

  1. Superkey

    Mac hyper key, key remapping and keyboard screen clicking

    • Superkey starts at US$15.99.
    • Superkey can be bought with a one-time purchase.
    • Superkey also covers keyboard and mouse remapping.
    • Superkey does not cover launcher and window management, which Shortcat does.

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

    Superkey vs ShortcatSuperkey pricing and details

  2. Mouseless

    Control the mouse from the keyboard on Mac, Windows and Linux

    • Mouseless also lists Windows and Linux apps.
    • Mouseless also covers keyboard and mouse remapping.
    • Mouseless does not cover launcher and window management, which Shortcat does.

    Suits: People with mouse-related strain or accessibility needs

    Mouseless vs ShortcatMouseless 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 Shortcat lacks.
    • Hyperkey also covers keyboard and mouse remapping.
    • Hyperkey does not cover launcher and window management, which Shortcat does.

    Suits: Mac users who run out of free shortcut combinations

    Hyperkey vs ShortcatHyperkey pricing and details

  4. Contexts

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

    • Contexts starts at $9.99 per license.
    • Contexts does not cover launcher, which Shortcat does.

    Suits: Mac users who keep many windows open across Spaces

    Contexts vs ShortcatContexts pricing and details

  5. Sol

    Open-source macOS launcher and command palette

    • Sol is free.
    • Sol has a free plan, which Shortcat lacks.
    • Sol is open source, according to its own site.
    • Sol also covers clipboard manager and calculator.

    Suits: Mac users who want a free launcher with window snapping built in

    Sol vs ShortcatSol pricing and details

Limits worth knowing in Shortcat

  • Needs macOS 13 or later and Accessibility permission.
  • Results depend on how well each app implements Accessibility, including some Electron apps.
  • The site shows no price or license terms, so the cost could not be confirmed.
Shortcat pricing and details

Common questions

What are the alternatives to Shortcat?

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

Is there a free alternative to Shortcat?

Yes. Hyperkey and Sol are free to use.

Which Shortcat alternatives work on Windows?

The Shortcat listing does not include a Windows app. Mouseless lists one.

Which Shortcat alternatives work on Linux?

The Shortcat listing does not include a Linux app. Mouseless lists one.

Is there an open-source alternative to Shortcat?

Sol 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 Nov 12, 2026 to Nov 13, 2026. Vendors change prices without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.