Magnet review
A focused Mac window manager with flexible snapping and a perpetual license.
Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026
Magnet is a macOS window-management utility for people who want a straightforward way to arrange application windows. It supports snapping by dragging windows to screen edges and corners, as well as activating layouts through customizable keyboard shortcuts, menu bar controls, and the green button menu. Its layout options include fullscreen, half, quarter, and third-based arrangements, with support for vertical displays and up to six external displays. Magnet is focused on organizing windows rather than managing virtual desktops.
The published plan is a single Magnet plan with a perpetual license, no subscription, and no in-app purchases. That structure suits Mac users who prefer a one-time purchase over recurring billing. There is no free plan, so users looking for a no-cost window manager should consider an alternative. The product is distributed through the Mac App Store, and the plan details do not establish a recurring tier structure or multiple feature levels.
Magnet’s strongest fit is a simple, shortcut-friendly workflow across one or several displays. Custom commands add flexibility beyond the standard fullscreen, half, quarter, and third layouts, while optional iCloud synchronization can support settings continuity within the Apple ecosystem. It remains a narrow macOS utility: it does not cover other platforms or virtual desktop management. Choose Magnet if edge-and-corner snapping, menu bar access, and multi-display support are the priorities; choose another product if you need cross-platform availability, a free option, or broader desktop organization.
Magnet pros and cons
- Where it wins
- Snaps windows to edges, corners, and common layout sizes
- Supports up to six external and vertical displays
- Offers shortcuts, custom commands, and optional iCloud sync
- Where it doesn't
- Available only for macOS
- No free plan is offered
- Does not provide virtual desktop management
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