Window Managers & Launchers
Open-source window managers and launchers
11 of the 29 window managers and launchers in this directory are open source, according to their own sites.
All of them are free or have a free plan.
Listings checked up to Nov 12, 2026 · Where the facts come from
| Tool | Price | Free plan | Runs on |
|---|---|---|---|
| RectangleFree, open-source window snapping for macOS | Free | Free | macOS |
| Microsoft PowerToysFree Microsoft utilities for customizing Windows 10 and 11 | Free | Free | Windows |
| Flow LauncherFree, open-source app launcher and file search for Windows | Free | Free | Windows |
| AltTabWindows-style window switcher for macOS, free and open source | Free plan · from $9.99 one-time | Yes | macOS |
| AeroSpaceFree, open-source i3-like tiling window manager for macOS | Free | Free | macOS |
| AmethystFree, open-source automatic tiling window manager for macOS | Free | Free | macOS |
| LoopFree, open-source macOS window manager with a radial menu | Free | Free | macOS |
| QuicksilverFree, open-source keyboard launcher for macOS | Free | Free | macOS |
| UeliCross-platform keystroke launcher for Windows, macOS and Linux | Free | Free | macOS, Windows, Linux |
| DockDoorFree Dock window previews and Alt-Tab switcher for macOS | Free | Free | macOS |
| UlauncherOpen-source application launcher for Linux with extensions | Free | Free | Linux |
Common questions
Which window managers and launchers are open source?
11 of the 29 window managers and launchers in this directory are open source, according to their own sites. They are Rectangle, Microsoft PowerToys, Flow Launcher, AltTab, AeroSpace, Amethyst, Loop, Quicksilver, Ueli, DockDoor and Ulauncher.
When was this checked?
Each listing shows its own date. On this page they run from Oct 4, 2026 to Nov 12, 2026. Vendors change prices and plans without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.
This page is built from the listings. A tool is here because its listing says so, and each listing names the pages it was read from.