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IceWM vs Swish

IceWM

ice-wm.org

Swish

highlyopinionated.co

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FigureIceWMSwish
Price fromFree$9.99/mo
Free planYes—
Free trial—Yes
Open source——
macOS—Yes
LinuxYes—
Self-hostedYes—
Plans published12
Spec score · Window Management Software8.2 (#8)7.4 (#36)
ProductIceWM is a window manager for the X Window System, designed for speed, simplicity, and minimal interference.Swish is a macOS window manager controlled with trackpad gestures.
SupportThe site directs users to report bugs on GitHub and links to manual pages, a manual, and an FAQ.The maker lists email contact at [email protected].
Window controlsWindows can be managed by keyboard and mouse, iconified to the taskbar, tray, or desktop, or hidden.Gestures can close, minimize or make windows full screen.

Plans

IceWM

  • IceWMFree

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Swish

  • Setapp$9.99 a month
  • Swish$16, paid once

Swish pricing →

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IceWM

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Swish

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