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Rectangle

Free#17 of 65 in Window Management Software

Rectangle: A free Mac window manager with keyboard shortcuts, edge snapping, and flexible tiling. Ranked #17 of 65 in Window Management Software by our editors (7.7/10); pricing: Free plan; best for mac users needing straightforward window snapping.

7.7/10Editor score

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At a glance

Editor score
7.7 / 10
Pricing
Free plan
Best for
Mac users needing straightforward window snapping
Free plan
Yes
Paid from
Free
Layout presets
No
Facts checked
19 Sep 2026

Where it wins
- Snap windows into half, quarter, third, fourth, or sixth layouts.
- Move windows between displays and tile them in rows or columns.
- Customize keyboard shortcuts and import or export configuration.
Where it doesn't
- The free Rectangle product has no application-specific rules.
- It does not provide window groups.
- Virtual desktops are not included.

Our verdict on Rectangle

Rectangle is a free, open-source window management application for macOS. It is aimed at Mac users who want to arrange windows with keyboard shortcuts or by dragging them to screen edges and corners, rather than relying only on manual resizing. Its layout options cover halves, quarters, thirds, fourths, and sixths, giving it room for both simple side-by-side work and more divided screen arrangements.

The free product combines several practical controls: windows can be moved to the next or previous display, tiled in rows or columns, or cascaded across the screen. A Todo mode keeps a specified application visible, while custom keyboard shortcuts and importable or exportable configuration allow users to adjust how they control window placement. These features make Rectangle a broader window-arrangement utility than a tool limited to basic left-right snapping, while keeping the focus on direct window management.

The main boundary is that the free Rectangle product does not include application-specific rules, window groups, or virtual desktops. Rectangle Pro is a separate closed-source product, described as adding workspace layouts, application-specific behavior, custom positioning, and other window-management controls. That distinction matters for buyers who want automation or more structured workspace behavior: Rectangle suits people seeking free, configurable snapping and tiling on macOS, while those who need app-specific behavior or workspace layouts should consider whether the separate Pro product fits their requirements.

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Rectangle pricing

Plans Free planFree Free to use — no paid tier required for the core job.

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Rectangle fact sheet

Free plan	Yes
Paid from	Free
Platforms	macos
Maximum displays	Not verified
Layout presets	No
Application rules	No
Window grouping	No
Virtual desktop controls	No
Deployment	Desktop
Platforms	macOS
Pricing	Free plan (source)
Website	rectangleapp.com
Facts checked	19 Sep 2026

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