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Loop alternatives: 4 apps ranked by verified data

Facts checked Oct 25, 2026AppBreakup editorialHow we rank

Common reasons people leave Loop: no saved layouts or automatic tiling, and radial-menu approach takes getting used to. We ranked 4 alternatives by how directly each one replaces Loop, then by reviews, real visits and how recently each app's facts were checked against its own website. Rectangle currently ranks first.

Quick comparison

#AppPricingOpen sourcePlatformsVerified factsScore
1Rectangle logoRectangleOpen sourceYesmacOS5 of 566.5
2Swish logoSwishPaidNomacOS4 of 462.6
3Magnet logoMagnetPaidNomacOS4 of 459.6
4AeroSpace logoAeroSpaceOpen sourceYesmacOS4 of 457.2
  1. Rectangle logo

    1. RectangleTop pick

    Best for: Mac users who want simple, free keyboard and drag-to-edge window snapping

    Open sourcemacOS

    66.5

    score / 100

    Why switch from Loop

    Free, open-source snapping with shortcuts and drag-to-edge snap areas.

    Pros

    • Free and open source
    • Shortcuts and drag-to-snap both work well
    • Easy switch from Spectacle
    • Paid Pro version available for layouts and more

    Cons

    • No automatic tiling
    • Workspace layouts need the separate paid Pro app
    • Latest version needs macOS 14 or later
    Visit Rectangle Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.3100
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.1585
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is Rectangle a good Loop alternative?

    Verified facts

    5 of 5 verified
    License
    MIT
    Checked Oct 25, 2026github.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Price
    Free and open source
    Checked Oct 25, 2026rectangleapp.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Pro free trial
    10 days
    Checked Oct 25, 2026rectangleapp.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Pro licence
    3 devices at a time
    Checked Oct 25, 2026rectangleapp.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Spectacle shortcuts
    Supported
    Checked Oct 25, 2026rectangleapp.com(opens source in a new tab)
  2. Swish logo

    2. Swish

    Best for: Trackpad users who want to snap and manage windows with gestures

    PaidmacOS

    62.6

    score / 100

    Why switch from Loop

    Gesture-based window management using trackpad swipes.

    Pros

    • Natural trackpad gestures for snapping and window control
    • Grid snapping beyond halves and quarters
    • One-off licence with a 14-day trial

    Cons

    • Much less useful with an ordinary mouse
    • Licence covers only two Macs
    • Not available on the Mac App Store
    Visit Swish Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.387
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.1585
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is Swish a good Loop alternative?

    Verified facts

    4 of 4 verified
    Price
    $16 one-off
    Checked Oct 25, 2026highlyopinionated.co(opens source in a new tab)
    Gestures
    About 30
    Checked Oct 25, 2026highlyopinionated.co(opens source in a new tab)
    Free trial
    14 days
    Checked Oct 25, 2026highlyopinionated.co(opens source in a new tab)
    Licence
    Two Macs at a time
    Checked Oct 25, 2026highlyopinionated.co(opens source in a new tab)
  3. Magnet logo

    3. Magnet

    Best for: Mac users who want Windows-style window snapping with minimal setup

    PaidmacOS

    59.6

    score / 100

    Why switch from Loop

    Simple paid snapping from the Mac App Store.

    Pros

    • Simple drag-to-edge snapping with keyboard shortcuts
    • Supports vertical screens and up to six external displays
    • One-off App Store purchase with free updates

    Cons

    • No free version
    • No saved layouts or automatic tiling
    • Fewer options than Rectangle, which is free
    Visit Magnet Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.377
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.1585
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is Magnet a good Loop alternative?

    Verified facts

    4 of 4 verified
    Displays
    Up to six external displays
    Checked Oct 25, 2026magnet.crowdcafe.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Distribution
    Mac App Store
    Checked Oct 25, 2026magnet.crowdcafe.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Requirements
    macOS 13 Ventura or later
    Checked Oct 25, 2026magnet.crowdcafe.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Data collection
    None
    Checked Oct 25, 2026magnet.crowdcafe.com(opens source in a new tab)
  4. AeroSpace logo

    4. AeroSpace

    Best for: Keyboard-driven developers who want i3-style tiling on a Mac without disabling SIP

    Open sourcemacOS

    57.2

    score / 100

    Why switch from Loop

    Automatic i3-style tiling if you want windows arranged for you.

    Pros

    • Automatic tiling with instant workspace switching
    • Plain-text config and a scriptable CLI
    • Does not require disabling SIP
    • Free and open source

    Cons

    • Still labelled beta
    • Not notarised by Apple
    • Steep learning curve if you are new to tiling
    Visit AeroSpace Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.369
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.1585
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is AeroSpace a good Loop alternative?

    Verified facts

    4 of 4 verified
    License
    MIT
    Checked Oct 25, 2026github.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Tiling model
    i3-like tree
    Checked Oct 25, 2026github.com(opens source in a new tab)
    SIP
    Not required to disable
    Checked Oct 25, 2026github.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Configuration
    Plain text (TOML)
    Checked Oct 25, 2026github.com(opens source in a new tab)

The best Loop alternative for…

The highest-ranked app in this list for each need.

Rectangle logo

Best Loop alternative for most people

Rectangle

Free, open-source snapping with shortcuts and drag-to-edge snap areas.

AeroSpace logo

Best Loop alternative for a free option

AeroSpace

Automatic i3-style tiling if you want windows arranged for you.

Rectangle logo

Best Loop alternative for open source

Rectangle

Free, open-source snapping with shortcuts and drag-to-edge snap areas.

Swish logo

Best Loop alternative for Mac

Swish

Gesture-based window management using trackpad swipes.

Loop alternatives: common questions

What is the best alternative to Loop?

Rectangle ranks first right now. Free, open-source snapping with shortcuts and drag-to-edge snap areas. Swish and Magnet follow it in our ranking.

Is there a free alternative to Loop?

Yes. Rectangle (open source) and AeroSpace (open source) have a free option. Check each app's verified facts for current plan limits.

Is there an open-source alternative to Loop?

Yes: Rectangle and AeroSpace.

Why do people switch from Loop?

The complaints we hear most: no saved layouts or automatic tiling; radial-menu approach takes getting used to; mac only, macOS 13 or later.

How is this list ranked?

Every app is scored with the same published formula: how directly it replaces Loop, reviews (weighted by verification), visits from AppBreakup, how recently its facts were checked against its own website, and reader votes.