TidyFrame vs Moom 4
Moom is one of the most powerful window managers for Mac. TidyFrame is smaller and simpler. Here's how to pick.
Side-by-side comparison
| Feature | TidyFrame | Moom 4 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $4.99 once | $15 ($8 upgrade from Moom 3) |
| Free trial | 7 days | Yes |
| Where to buy | tidyframe.app | manytricks.com |
| Snap with shortcuts and screen edges | Yes | Yes |
| Save and restore multi-app layouts | Yes, one click to save | Yes |
| Custom actions palette, chains, drop zones | Custom positions | Yes, very extensive |
| App rules (an app always opens in its place) | Yes | See their site |
| App languages | 34 | See their site |
| Minimum macOS | 14 Sonoma | 10.13 High Sierra |
Moom details are from Many Tricks' Moom 4 announcement. Check manytricks.com for current details. Moom is a trademark of Many Tricks. TidyFrame is an independent app and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Many Tricks.
Where Moom is strong
Moom has been refined for many years. Moom 4 adds a resizable palette with up to 61 custom actions, folders, drop zones, moving windows by holding modifier keys, and chains of actions. If you enjoy fine-tuning every detail, it's hard to beat.
Where TidyFrame is different
TidyFrame is built for people who want results without setup. Arrange your windows, click Save as Workspace, choose a shortcut, done. It also tidies windows automatically (two become halves, three become thirds), puts apps in their place with app rules, and is fully translated into 34 languages. See how workspaces work, or read our comparison of 7 Mac window managers.
Questions
Is TidyFrame a good Moom alternative?
Yes, if you mainly want to snap windows and save whole setups of several apps with as little setup as possible, for a lower price. If you want dozens of custom actions, drop zones and chained actions, Moom 4 offers more.
How much do Moom and TidyFrame cost?
Moom 4 costs $15 (upgrades from Moom 3 are $8). TidyFrame costs $4.99 once. Both have a free trial and are sold directly, not on the Mac App Store.
Which Macs do they support?
Moom 4 supports macOS 10.13 or newer. TidyFrame needs macOS 14 Sonoma or later.
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