Microsoft PowerToys Alternatives for Mac

Microsoft PowerToys is not available for Mac but there are plenty of alternatives that runs on macOS with similar functionality. The best Mac alternative is Launchy, which is both free and Open Source. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 50 alternatives to Microsoft PowerToys and many of them are available for Mac so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting Mac alternatives to Microsoft PowerToys are Rectangle, Alfred, Raycast and ueli.

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Microsoft PowerToys alternatives are mainly Window Managers, but if you're looking for Application Launchers or File Search Utilities you can filter on that. You can also filter by region, for example EU-based alternatives if you prefer software developed in the European Union. These are just examples - use the filter bar below to find more specific alternatives to Microsoft PowerToys.
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Set of open-source tools enhancing Windows with features like FancyZones, PowerRename, and Keyboard Manager. Lightweight and ad-free.

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Microsoft PowerToys alternatives page was last updated Apr 29, 2025
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  1. Launchy icon

    Launchy

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    Launchy is a free Windows and Linux utility designed to help you forget about your start menu, the icons on your desktop, and even your file manager. Launchy indexes the programs in your start menu and can launch your documents, project files, folders, and bookmarks with just a...

    113 Launchy alternatives

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application types

    Country of Origin

    • US flagUnited States

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
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    Discontinued

    The project seems to be no longer maintained: last stable version, 2.5, and beta version, 2.6 beta2, were released in 2010. The program works anyway and can be still downloaded from the official website.

    Properties

    1.  Customizable

    Features

    1.  Portable
    2.  Extensible by Plugins/Extensions
    3.  Indexed search
    4.  Skinnable
    5.  Relative Paths

    Launchy VS Microsoft PowerToys

     

    • Launchy is the most popular Mac & Linux alternative to Microsoft PowerToys.

    • Launchy is Free and Open SourceMicrosoft PowerToys is also Free and Open Source
  2. 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 Microsoft PowerToys

     
  4. Alfred icon

    Alfred

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    Alfred is a productivity application for macOS, which boosts your efficiency with hotkeys, keywords and text expansion. Search your Mac and the web, and control your Mac using custom actions with the Powerpack.

    128 Alfred alternatives

    License model

    • Freemium • Proprietary

    Application types

    Country of Origin

    • GB flagUnited Kingdom

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • iPhone
    • iPad
    Alfred screenshot 1

    Properties

    1.  Support for Themes
    2.  Customizable

    Features

    1.  Application Launchers
    2.  Launcher
    3.  Workflow Automation
    4.  File Search
    5.  Extensible by Plugins/Extensions
    6.  Dark Mode
    7.  Full-Text Search
    8.  Ad-free
    9.  Cloud Sync

    Alfred VS Microsoft PowerToys

     

    • Alfred is the most popular iPhone & iPad alternative to Microsoft PowerToys.

    • Alfred is Freemium and ProprietaryMicrosoft PowerToys is Free and Open Source
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    Raycast

    Raycast revolutionizes Mac productivity with AI-driven task automation, command shortcuts, and customizable workflows. Create snippets, manage clipboard history, translate text, and maintain sync across devices. Discover day plan...

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    Raycast

     50 likes
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    Raycast revolutionizes Mac productivity with AI-driven task automation, command shortcuts, and customizable workflows. Create snippets, manage clipboard history, translate text, and maintain sync across devices. Discover day planning, distraction-free focus, and versatile virtual assistance.

    66 Raycast alternatives

    License model

    • Freemium • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Google Chrome
    • Safari
    • iPhone
    • iPad
    Raycast screenshot 1

    Properties

    1.  Lightweight
    2.  Privacy focused
    3.  Customizable

    Features

    1.  Application Launchers
    2.  Extensible by Plugins/Extensions
    3.  Keyboard Shortcuts
    4.  File Search
    5.  Support for scripting
    6.  Works Offline
    7.  Built-in viewer
    8.  Ad-free
    9.  Dark Mode
    10.  No registration required
    11.  No Tracking
    12.  AI-Powered

    Raycast VS Microsoft PowerToys

     
  7. ueli icon

    ueli

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    Developed with the Electron framework, ueli is the type of tool that adopts simplicity, leaving out any unnecessary options and configuration settings. It creates an icon in the system tray at startup, where it sits silently throughout its runtime, without disturbing you with...

    79 ueli alternatives

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    ueli screenshot 1

    Properties

    1.  Support for Themes

    Features

    1.  Application Launchers
    2.  File Search
    3.  Custom commands
    4.  Portable
    5.  Fast file and folder search
    6.  Launcher
    7.  Extensible by Plugins/Extensions

    ueli VS Microsoft PowerToys

     
  8. 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 Microsoft PowerToys

     

    • SnapZones is the most popular commercial alternative to Microsoft PowerToys.

    • SnapZones is Paid and ProprietaryMicrosoft PowerToys is Free and Open Source
    • SnapZones is Privacy focused and LightweightMicrosoft PowerToys is not according to our users
  10. Magnet icon

    Magnet

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    Every time you multitask with many apps open, you need all the windows arranged accordingly. Magnet makes this process swift and easy.

    72 Magnet alternatives

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    Country of Origin

    • CZ flagCzechia
    • European Union flagEU

    Platforms

    • Mac
    Magnet screenshot 1

    Magnet Features

    1.  Global hotkey
    2.  Support for Hotkeys
    3.  Window organizer
    4.  Snap windows

    Magnet VS Microsoft PowerToys

     
  11. Moom icon

    Moom

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    Moom makes window management as easy as clicking a mouse button—or using a keyboard shortcut, if you're one of those types of people.

    75 Moom alternatives

    License model

    Application type

    Country of Origin

    • AT flagAustria
    • European Union flagEU

    Platforms

    • Mac
    Pop-up positioning

    Moom Features

    1.  Visual Organization
    2.  Snapping
    3.  Snap windows

    Moom VS Microsoft PowerToys

     
  12. MacsyZones icon

    MacsyZones

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

    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 Microsoft PowerToys

     
  13. SOL icon

    SOL

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    If you ever liked tools like Raycast and Alfred, but wanted to own them and tweak them yourself, then SOL is the tool for you. All the affordances of complex tools now made open source.

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application types

    Country of Origin

    • DE flagGermany
    • European Union flagEU

    Platforms

    • Mac
    SOL screenshot 1

    Properties

    1.  Lightweight
    2.  Privacy focused
    3.  Support for Themes

    Features

    1.  Extensible by Plugins/Extensions
    2.  Portable
    3.  Support for Gestures
    4.  Support for scripting
    5.  Dark Mode
    6.  Ad-free
    7.  Command palette
    8.  React
    9.  Spotlight
    10.  React Native
    11.  Launcher

    SOL VS Microsoft PowerToys

     
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    EnConvo

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    Discover EnConvo - your AI Launcher that revolutionizes productivity. With instant access, automate your daily tasks effortlessly. Our intelligent AI system, powered by 150+ built-in tools and MCP support, learns and adapts to your workflow.

    11 EnConvo alternatives

    License model

    • Freemium • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    EnConvo screenshot 1

    EnConvo Features

    1.  Extensible by Plugins/Extensions
    2.  AI-Powered

    EnConvo VS Microsoft PowerToys

     
  15. Charmstone icon

    Charmstone

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    The quicker switcher launcher for macOS.

    License model

    • Freemium • Proprietary

    Application type

    Country of Origin

    • US flagUnited States

    Platforms

    • Mac
    Charmstone screenshot 1

    Charmstone VS Microsoft PowerToys

     
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