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WindowTop alternatives
As of Nov 13, 2026, the highest-graded WindowTop alternative is VirtuaWin (2.6 GPA). It's also the best free one.
WindowTop compared with 5 alternatives: Actual Window Manager, MaxTo, AquaSnap, Dexpot and VirtuaWin.
WindowTop has a free plan. Paid plans start at $19 one-time. 3 of the 5 alternatives are free or have a free plan. 2 more offer a free trial.
Listings checked up to Nov 13, 2026 · Where the facts come from
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At a glance
How each one differs from WindowTop
Actual Window Manager
Windows toolset for multi-monitor setups and virtual desktops
- Actual Window Manager starts at $59.95 one-time, per license.
- Actual Window Manager has no free plan, only a free trial, unlike WindowTop.
- Actual Window Manager also covers display control.
Suits: Multi-monitor desks that need a taskbar and wallpapers per display
MaxTo
Custom screen zones with hotkey and drag snapping for Windows and Mac
- MaxTo starts at €19 per year (Home, personal use).
- MaxTo has no free plan, only a free trial, unlike WindowTop.
- MaxTo also lists a macOS app.
Suits: Ultrawide or multi-monitor desks that need custom zones
AquaSnap
Windows tool that docks, snaps and tiles windows by dragging
- AquaSnap starts at $29 per license (Professional, standard).
Suits: Windows users on large or multi-monitor setups
Dexpot
Virtual desktops for Windows with previews and per-window rules
- Dexpot starts at EUR 24.90 per computer, one-time.
Suits: Splitting work across several virtual desktops on older Windows versions
VirtuaWin
Free, open-source virtual desktop manager for Windows
- VirtuaWin is free.
- VirtuaWin is open source, according to its own site.
Suits: Anyone who wants virtual desktops on Windows at no cost
Limits worth knowing in WindowTop
- The free edition is for personal, non-commercial use only; business use needs a Pro license.
- Windows only, and 64-bit only; dark mode and glass mode need Windows 10 or later.
- The vendor says dark mode is stable on Windows 11 and may be unstable on Windows 10, and that glass mode can be slow at 4K.
- A Pro license covers 3 computers per user; teams and companies are pointed to a separate license plan.
Common questions
What are the alternatives to WindowTop?
The alternatives to WindowTop in this directory are Actual Window Manager, MaxTo, AquaSnap, Dexpot and VirtuaWin. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with WindowTop.
Is there a free alternative to WindowTop?
Yes. VirtuaWin is free to use. AquaSnap and Dexpot have a free plan alongside paid ones.
Which WindowTop alternatives work on macOS?
The WindowTop listing does not include a macOS app. MaxTo lists one.
Is there an open-source alternative to WindowTop?
VirtuaWin 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.