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Velja alternatives
Velja compared with 4 alternatives: Hammerspoon, Arc, Wavebox and Raycast.
Velja is a paid product with a free trial, starting at $10 one-time purchase. All 4 alternatives are free or have a free plan.
4 tools · Listings checked up to Oct 9, 2026 · Where the facts come from
At a glance
| Tool | Price | Free plan | Runs on |
|---|---|---|---|
| VeljaThis tool | Free trial · from $10 one-time | Trial only | macOS, Browser extension |
| Hammerspoon | Free | Free | macOS |
| Arc | Free | Free | macOS, Windows, iOS, Android |
| Wavebox | Free plan · from $8.33/mo | Yes | macOS, Windows, Linux |
| Raycast | Free plan · from $96/yr | Yes | macOS, Windows, iOS, Browser extension |
How each one differs from Velja
- Free
Hammerspoon
Free, open-source macOS automation scripted in Lua
- Hammerspoon is free. Velja starts at $10 one-time purchase.
- Hammerspoon has a free plan. Velja does not, though it has a free trial.
- Only Velja lists a browser extension.
- Hammerspoon is open source, according to its own site.
- Velja can be bought with a one-time purchase.
Suits: Mac users comfortable writing Lua who want to script their own automation
- Free
Arc
Chromium-based browser with Spaces, Profiles and Split View
- Arc is free. Velja starts at $10 one-time purchase.
- Arc has a free plan. Velja does not, though it has a free trial.
- Only Arc lists Windows, iOS and Android apps.
- Only Velja lists a browser extension.
- Velja can be bought with a one-time purchase.
Suits: People who keep work and personal browsing in one window
- Free plan · from $8.33/mo
Wavebox
Desktop browser that keeps many web apps and accounts signed in
- Wavebox starts at $8.33 per month, paid annually (Wavebox Pro). Velja starts at $10 one-time purchase.
- Wavebox has a free plan. Velja does not, though it has a free trial.
- Only Wavebox lists Windows and Linux apps.
- Only Velja lists a browser extension.
- Velja can be bought with a one-time purchase.
Suits: Virtual assistants and agencies working across many client accounts
- Free plan · from $96/yr
Raycast
Keyboard launcher with extensions, clipboard history and AI
- Raycast starts at $96 / year, billed annually. Velja starts at $10 one-time purchase.
- Raycast has a free plan. Velja does not, though it has a free trial.
- Only Raycast lists Windows and iOS apps.
- Velja can be bought with a one-time purchase.
- Raycast also covers launcher, clipboard manager, window management and text expansion.
Suits: Mac and Windows users who prefer the keyboard to the mouse
Limits worth knowing in Velja
- Mac only, and the current version requires macOS 26 or later. Older versions are free but stop at macOS 15.
- It cannot handle links clicked inside a browser unless you add the Velja browser extension or use a workaround.
- Safari profiles, Arc spaces and Firefox profiles created with about:profiles are not supported.
- Rules do not sync through iCloud; they can only be exported and imported manually. The app is not localized.
Common questions
What are the alternatives to Velja?
The alternatives to Velja in this directory are Hammerspoon, Arc, Wavebox and Raycast. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with Velja.
Is there a free alternative to Velja?
Yes. Hammerspoon and Arc are free to use. Wavebox and Raycast have a free plan alongside paid ones.
Which Velja alternatives work on Windows?
The Velja listing does not include a Windows app. Arc, Wavebox and Raycast list one.
Which Velja alternatives work on Linux?
The Velja listing does not include a Linux app. Wavebox lists one.
Is there an open-source alternative to Velja?
Hammerspoon 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 5, 2026 to Oct 9, 2026. Vendors change prices without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.
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