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BentoBox

Mac window manager that snaps apps into zones you draw yourself, like FancyZones.

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About BentoBox

BentoBox brings the zone-based window layout of Windows PowerToys FancyZones to the Mac. You draw a layout, either a tidy grid or freeform zones that can overlap, and then drop windows into place by holding Shift or right-clicking while you drag. Zones can also get keyboard shortcuts, and a window can be stretched across neighbouring zones when it needs more room. Each display and each macOS Space keeps its own layout, which makes it especially handy on ultrawide monitors. It is a good pick for people who want custom layouts rather than the fixed halves and thirds offered by simpler snapping tools. BentoBox is paid software with a 14-day free trial and a one-time licence that covers two Macs, with no subscription. It requires macOS 14 or later and can be installed directly or with Homebrew. It only manages zones; it doesn't do automatic tiling or window switching.

Best for: Mac users on large or ultrawide screens who want their own custom window zones.

Pros and cons

What works

  • Draw custom grid or freeform zones instead of fixed halves
  • Separate layouts for each display and Space
  • One-time purchase covering two Macs
  • Snap by dragging or with keyboard shortcuts

Why people leave

  • Paid after a 14-day trial, while Rectangle is free
  • Requires macOS 14 or later
  • No automatic tiling like yabai or AeroSpace

Top BentoBox alternatives

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  1. 1Rectangle logo
    Rectangle

    Free, open-source snapping with keyboard shortcuts, for people happy with standard halves and thirds.

    68.8
  2. 2Magnet logo
    Magnet

    Cheap, simple drag-to-edge snapping from the Mac App Store, without drawing custom zones.

    64.8
  3. 3Moom logo
    Moom

    Paid manager with saved layouts and a grid picker, for people who also want to restore whole arrangements.

    61.8
  4. 4AeroSpace logo
    AeroSpace

    Free tiling window manager that arranges windows automatically, for keyboard-first users.

    59.4
  5. 5Loop logo
    Loop

    Free open-source app that snaps windows with a radial menu and keyboard shortcuts.

    57.5

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BentoBox: common questions

Is BentoBox free?

No, BentoBox is a paid product. Price: $9 one-time (checked on BentoBox's own site).

Is BentoBox open source?

No, BentoBox is not open source. Open-source alternatives include Rectangle, AeroSpace and Loop.

What platforms does BentoBox run on?

BentoBox is available for macOS.

What are the best alternatives to BentoBox?

The highest-ranked BentoBox alternatives right now are Rectangle, Magnet and Moom. See the full ranked list for pricing, platforms and verified facts.

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