Karabiner Elements Alternatives

Karabiner Elements is described as 'Karabiner, previously called KeyRemap4MacBook, is a very powerful keyboard remapper for Mac OS X. In addition to simple key remapping, it has special remapping modes like Emacs-mode, SandS-mode (Space and Shift)' and is a popular Key Mapping tool in the system & hardware category. There are more than 50 alternatives to Karabiner Elements for a variety of platforms, including Mac, Windows, Linux, Google Chrome and AutoHotkey apps. The best Karabiner Elements alternative is AutoHotkey, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like Karabiner Elements are AutoIt, BetterTouchTool, SharpKeys and Keyboard Maestro.

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Karabiner Elements alternatives are mainly Key Mapping Tools, but if you're looking for Task Automation Apps or Text Expanders you can filter on that. Other popular filters include Windows + Key Mapping. These are just examples - use the filter bar below to find more specific alternatives to Karabiner Elements.
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Karabiner, previously called KeyRemap4MacBook, is a very powerful keyboard remapper for Mac OS X. In addition to simple key remapping, it has special remapping modes like Emacs-mode, SandS-mode (Space and Shift).

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Karabiner Elements alternatives page was last updated Oct 30, 2023
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  1. 1Piece icon

    1Piece

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    1Piece includes many features to improve the usability of your Mac. Window List that displays the list of all your open windows, a feature that switches the Space or the active window by using Hot Corner, a feature that resize and reposition the window and so on.

    License model

    • Free • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Mac
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    1Piece Features

    1.  Snapping
    2.  Snap windows
    3.  Touch Bar Manager

    1Piece VS Karabiner Elements

     
  2. Seil icon

    Seil

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    PCKeyboardHack can change caps lock key behavior. For example, changing caps lock key to delete Key.

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

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    Country of Origin

    • JP flagJapan

    Platforms

    • Mac
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    Seil VS Karabiner Elements

     
  4. Quick Macros icon

    Quick Macros

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    Quick Macros automates repetitive tasks, even the most complex. Your macros can press keys, click buttons, links, menu items, on-screen images and other UI objects, manage windows, run and manage files, wait for various events, show dialogs, send/receive internet files and...

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    • Windows
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    Quick Macros Features

    1.  Support for scripting
    2.  Portable
    3.  Macro Recording
    4.  Support for Hotkeys

    Quick Macros VS Karabiner Elements

     
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    xkeysnail

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    A keyboard remapping tool for X environment written in Python. It's like xmodmap but allows more flexible remappings.

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Country of Origin

    • JP flagJapan

    Platforms

    • Linux
    xkeysnail screenshot 1

    xkeysnail Features

    1.  Keyboard Shortcuts

    xkeysnail VS Karabiner Elements

     
  7. KbdEdit icon

    KbdEdit

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    Keyboard layout editor, mapper/remapper.

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    • Windows
    Main Interface

    KbdEdit VS Karabiner Elements

     
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    Macro Toolworks

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    Macro Toolworks - Windows automation software. Automate programs with scheduled tasks (task scheduler included). Record macros in macro recorder. Use keyboard macros to send keyboard keys (keystrokes) and for text replacement (auto text). Use mouse macros to auto click.

    License model

    • Freemium • Proprietary

    Country of Origin

    • CZ flagCzechia
    • European Union flagEU

    Platforms

    • Windows
    User Interface

    Macro Toolworks Features

    1.  Task Scheduling
    2.  Macro Recording

    Macro Toolworks VS Karabiner Elements

     
  10. Macro Express icon

    Macro Express

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    Macro Express® is the premier Windows automation macro utility. Record, edit and play back mouse and keyboard macros. Or develop sophisticated macros with the macro script editor. Boost your productivity with its powerful tools and robust features.

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    Platforms

    • Windows
    Use almost 700 different Hot Keys or virtually an unlimited number of ShortKeys or schedule macros to play at given time intervals. Use popup menus, floating menus or macros assigned to mouse clicks or window activation. Assign Hot Keys / ShortKeys to specific windows, specific programs or make them global.

    Macro Express Features

    1.  Macro Recording

    Macro Express VS Karabiner Elements

     
  11. Superkey icon

    Superkey

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    Simple and powerful keyboard enhancement on macOS.

    License model

    • Free • Proprietary

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    Country of Origin

    • US flagUnited States

    Platforms

    • Mac
    Superkey screenshot 1

    Superkey Features

    1.  Portable

    Superkey VS Karabiner Elements

     
  12. Shortery icon

    Shortery

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    Automates macOS Shortcuts with seven configurable triggers, including application launch or quit, system wake or sleep, scheduled times, login and logout, custom hotkeys, appearance mode changes, and power events, supporting complex automation for daily workflows.

    License model

    • Freemium • Proprietary

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    Country of Origin

    • DE flagGermany
    • European Union flagEU

    Platforms

    • Mac
    Shortery screenshot 1

    Shortery VS Karabiner Elements

     
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    Perfect Keyboard

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    Perfect Keyboard is a macro program intended for users who mostly need to automate text and data insertion using keyboard.

    25 Perfect Keyboard alternatives

    License model

    • Freemium • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Windows
    Perfect Keyboard screenshot 1

    Perfect Keyboard Features

    1.  Macro Recording

    Perfect Keyboard VS Karabiner Elements

     
  14. Swish icon

    Swish

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    The missing gesture layer for macOS.

    62 Swish alternatives

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    • Mac
    Swish for macOS

    Properties

    1.  Lightweight

    Features

    1.  Ad-free
    2.  Support for Multiple Monitors
    3.  Support for Gestures
    4.  Touch Gestures

    Swish VS Karabiner Elements

     
  15. CustomShortcuts icon

    CustomShortcuts

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    Keyboard shortcuts help you work efficiently. Add keyboard shortcuts to common tasks. Use shortcuts that are easy to reach and easy to remember. Get your work done faster.

    License model

    • Free • Proprietary

    Country of Origin

    • LU flagLuxembourg
    • European Union flagEU

    Platforms

    • Mac
    CustomShortcuts screenshot 1

    CustomShortcuts Features

    1.  Custom shortcuts
    2.  Keyboard Shortcuts
    3.  Support for Keyboard Shortcuts

    CustomShortcuts VS Karabiner Elements

     
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