Rectangle AlternativesOnly apps categorised as Application Launchers

The best Application Launcher alternative to Rectangle is Microsoft PowerToys, which is both free and Open Source. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 50 alternatives to Rectangle and three of them are Application Launchers so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting Application Launcher alternatives to Rectangle are Spencer for Mac and ActiveDock 2.

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Rectangle alternatives are mainly Application Launchers, but if you're looking for Window Managers or Desktop Customization Tools you can filter on that. Other popular filters include Mac and Windows. 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 Rectangle.
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    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.

    63 Microsoft PowerToys alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

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

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

    • Microsoft PowerToys is Free and Open SourceRectangle is Freemium and Open Source
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    Spencer for Mac

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    Customize your workspace with profiles for any context or task — whether you’re working, browsing, or creating. Easily return to your favorite window setup anytime.

    Cost / License

    • Pay once
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
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    ActiveDock 2

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    ActiveDock 2 is a customizable alternative to the standard macOS Dock, offering advanced features for app launching, window management, appearance customization, and more. It fully replaces the classic Apple Dock and Launchpad while preserving their familiar look and behavior...

    92 ActiveDock 2 alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Pay once
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
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