FancyWM AlternativesWindow Managers and other similar apps like FancyWM

FancyWM is described as 'Dynamic tiling window manager for Microsoft Windows' and is a Window Manager in the os & utilities category. There are more than 25 alternatives to FancyWM for a variety of platforms, including Windows, Mac, File Explorer, Linux and KDE Plasma apps. The best FancyWM alternative is Microsoft PowerToys, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like FancyWM are Rectangle, DisplayFusion, SnapZones and AquaSnap.

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FancyWM alternatives page was last updated Apr 29, 2025
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  1. AquaSnap icon

    AquaSnap

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    Optimize your desktop environment with this management tool offering window docking, snapping, multi-monitor support, and keyboard shortcuts for enhanced productivity.

    88 AquaSnap alternatives

    License model

    • Freemium • Proprietary

    Application type

    Country of Origin

    • FR flagFrance
    • European Union flagEU

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • PortableApps.com
    Dock window to sides or corners

    AquaSnap Features

    1.  Support for Multiple Monitors
    2.  Portable
    3.  Snap windows
    4.  Window organizer
    5.  Window docking
    6.  Shortcut keys
    7.  Dock
  2. Microsoft PowerToys icon

    Microsoft PowerToys

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    Open-source utilities for Windows include FancyZones for window management, PowerRename for bulk renaming, and Keyboard Manager for custom shortcuts. Ad-free, supports multi-monitor setups, no registration needed, lightweight resource usage, and works offline.

    58 Microsoft PowerToys alternatives

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application types

    Country of Origin

    • US flagUnited States

    Platforms

    • Windows
    Microsoft PowerToys screenshot 1

    Properties

    1.  Lightweight

    Features

    1.  File Search
    2.  Key Mapping
    3.  Tiling Window Manager
    4.  Color Picker
    5.  SVG Preview
    6. File Explorer icon  Windows Explorer Extension
    7.  Application Launchers
    8.  Batch Rename Files
    9.  On top
    10.  Snap windows
    11.  Works Offline
    12.  OCR

    Microsoft PowerToys VS FancyWM

     

    • Microsoft PowerToys is the most popular Windows alternative to FancyWM.

    • Microsoft PowerToys is the most popular Open Source & free alternative to FancyWM.

    • Microsoft PowerToys is Free and Open SourceFancyWM is also Free and Open Source
    • Microsoft PowerToys is LightweightFancyWM is not according to our users
  4. Rectangle icon

    Rectangle

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    Move and resize windows on macOS with keyboard shortcuts. Rectangle is a window management app based on Spectacle Wndow Manager, written in Swift (programming language).

    72 Rectangle alternatives

    License model

    • Freemium • Open Source

    Application type

    Country of Origin

    • US flagUnited States

    Platforms

    • Mac
    Rectangle screenshot 1

    Properties

    1.  Lightweight
    2.  Privacy focused

    Features

    1.  Window Resizing
    2.  Ad-free
    3.  Usability
    4.  Window move resize
    5.  Snap windows
    6.  Low memory usage
    7.  Support for Multiple Monitors
    8.  No registration required

    Rectangle VS FancyWM

     

    • Rectangle is the most popular Mac alternative to FancyWM.

    • Rectangle is Freemium and Open SourceFancyWM is Free and Open Source
    • Rectangle is Lightweight and Privacy focusedFancyWM is not according to our users
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  6. DisplayFusion icon

    DisplayFusion

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    Enables multi-monitor taskbars with advanced wallpaper management, scripted macros, remote access, screen savers, and desktop profile features; offers window snapping, customizable hotkeys, logon backgrounds, and multi-language support for home or business use.

    46 DisplayFusion alternatives

    License model

    • Freemium • Proprietary

    Application type

    Country of Origin

    • CA flagCanada

    Platforms

    • Windows
    Wallpaper Settings

    Properties

    1.  Lightweight
    2.  Customizable

    Features

    1.  Support for Multiple Monitors
    2.  Triggers
    3.  Snap windows
    4.  Window organizer
    5.  Support for scripting
    6.  Support for Keyboard Shortcuts
    7.  Support for Remote Control
    8.  Split windows
    9.  Multiple languages

    DisplayFusion VS FancyWM

     
  7. SnapZones icon

    SnapZones

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    Organize windows with ease using SnapZones. Enjoy magnetic snapping, predefined and custom layouts, multiple display configuration, and seamless transitioning between workspaces. SnapZones auto-starts at login, ensuring streamlined productivity for macOS users in any environment.

    52 SnapZones alternatives

    License model

    Application type

    Country of Origin

    • AT flagAustria
    • European Union flagEU

    Platforms

    • Mac
    SnapZones screenshot 1

    Properties

    1.  Privacy focused
    2.  Lightweight

    Features

    1.  No registration required
    2.  No Tracking
    3.  Ad-free
    4.  Works Offline
    5.  Custom layouts
    6.  Support for Keyboard Shortcuts

    SnapZones VS FancyWM

     

    • SnapZones is the most popular commercial alternative to FancyWM.

    • SnapZones is Paid and ProprietaryFancyWM is Free and Open Source
    • SnapZones is Privacy focused and LightweightFancyWM is not according to our users
  8. AquaSnap icon

    AquaSnap

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    Optimize your desktop environment with this management tool offering window docking, snapping, multi-monitor support, and keyboard shortcuts for enhanced productivity.

    88 AquaSnap alternatives

    License model

    • Freemium • Proprietary

    Application type

    Country of Origin

    • FR flagFrance
    • European Union flagEU

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • PortableApps.com
    Dock window to sides or corners

    AquaSnap Features

    1.  Support for Multiple Monitors
    2.  Portable
    3.  Snap windows
    4.  Window organizer
    5.  Window docking
    6.  Shortcut keys
    7.  Dock

    AquaSnap VS FancyWM

     
  10. TidyTabs icon

    TidyTabs

     40 likes
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    Elevate desktop productivity with tabbed functionality across applications. TidyTabs integrates seamlessly with Windows, allowing tab organization, reordering, and renaming. It supports various applications like Explorer and Office, working with AquaSnap for window snapping and tiling.

    14 TidyTabs alternatives

    License model

    • Free Personal • Proprietary

    Application types

    Country of Origin

    • FR flagFrance
    • European Union flagEU

    Platforms

    • Windows
    Tabbify everything

    Properties

    1.  Customizable

    Features

    1.  Support for Multiple Monitors
    2.  Portable
    3.  Rule-based auto-grouping
    4.  Support for Keyboard Shortcuts
    5.  Window organizer
    6.  Rule based
    7.  Tabbed browsing
    8.  Tab preview
    9.  Tabbed interface

    TidyTabs VS FancyWM

     
  11. Stardock Groupy icon

    Stardock Groupy

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    Enhance your workflow on Windows with a tabbed interface that organizes multiple applications. Drag and drop windows together, preview contents by mouseover, and copy files between Explorer tabs easily. It's a powerful tool from Stardock to streamline your productivity.

    12 Stardock Groupy alternatives

    License model

    Application type

    Country of Origin

    • US flagUnited States

    Platforms

    • Windows
    Stardock Groupy screenshot 1

    Stardock Groupy Features

    1.  Tabbed interface
    2.  Tab Stacking
    3.  GUI Designer

    Stardock Groupy VS FancyWM

     
  12. MacsyZones icon

    MacsyZones

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    Make your workflow more efficient with MacsyZones. Organize your windows with ease.

    51 MacsyZones alternatives

    License model

    • Freemium • Open Source

    Application type

    Country of Origin

    • TH flagThailand

    Platforms

    • Mac
    MacsyZones screenshot 1

    Properties

    1.  Lightweight
    2.  Privacy focused

    Features

    1.  No registration required
    2.  Ad-free
    3.  Support for Multiple Monitors
    4.  No Tracking
    5.  Works Offline
    6.  Snap windows
    7.  Support for Keyboard Shortcuts
    8.  Workflow Management
    9.  Window organizer

    MacsyZones VS FancyWM

     
  13. WindowGrid icon

    WindowGrid

     52 likes
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    WindowGrid is a modern window management program that allows the user to quickly and easily layout their windows on a dynamic grid.

    68 WindowGrid alternatives

    License model

    • Free • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
    WindowGrid screenshot 1
    Discontinued

    No updates since 2016, bug reports on maintainers' BitBucket page go unresponded to. https://bitbucket.org/joshua_wilding/windowgrid-binaries/issues?status=new&status=open

    Properties

    1.  Lightweight

    Features

    1.  Window organizer
    2.  Snap windows
    3.  Portable
    4.  Visual Organization
    5.  Support for Multiple Monitors
    6.  Organization

    WindowGrid VS FancyWM

     
  14. Divvy icon

    Divvy

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    Divvy is an entirely new way of managing your workspace. It allows you to quickly and efficiently "divvy up" your screen into exact portions.

    89 Divvy alternatives

    License model

    Application type

    Country of Origin

    • US flagUnited States

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    Divvy screenshot 1
    Discontinued

    The project seems no longer developed. Last version, 1.5.2, released in August 2019, can be still downloaded and bought from the official website and from the Appstore.

    Divvy Features

    1.  Support for Multiple Monitors
    2.  Window organizer
    3.  Snap windows

    Divvy VS FancyWM

     
  15. Snap It! icon

    Snap It!

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    Keep Organized with an easier and powerful snapping for windows. Create custom layouts, snap windows using customizable keyboard shortcuts or mouse buttons.

    36 Snap It! alternatives

    License model

    • Free • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
    Snap It! screenshot 1

    Snap It! Features

    1.  Snap windows
    2.  Window organizer
    3.  Window docking
    4.  Split-screen view

    Snap It! VS FancyWM

     
  16. TaskSpace icon

    TaskSpace

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    TaskSpace is a simple Windows application intended to group ANY applications in a single window(task space) to provide fast and easy access to multiple applications simultaneously(no Alt+Tab switching and/or searching for a program in the taskbar is required).

    20 TaskSpace alternatives

    License model

    • Free Personal • Proprietary

    Application type

    Country of Origin

    • US flagUnited States

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Windows Explorer
    TaskSpace screenshot 1

    TaskSpace Features

    1.  Portable
    2. File Explorer icon  Windows Explorer Extension
    3.  Tabbed browsing

    TaskSpace VS FancyWM

     
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