AltTab
6.5#1 in app switcher$9.99 one-timeFree planmacOS
VisitAltTab vs Hammerspoon
Hammerspoon
5.9#5 in app switcherFree planFree planmacOS
VisitWhat both publish
| Fact | AltTab | Hammerspoon |
|---|---|---|
| Purpose | AltTab is a window-switching utility for macOS that shows individual windows, including windows within the same app. | Hammerspoon is a desktop automation tool for macOS that bridges system APIs to a Lua scripting engine. |
| Support | The FAQ directs users to ask on GitHub or email support; the free tier has no support commitment. | The project lists a Discord server and mailing list, and its site also directs users to GitHub issues for bugs and suggestions. |
AltTab plans
- AltTab FreeFree
- AltTab Pro$9.99, paid once
- AltTab Pro Lifetime$24.99, paid once
- Pro Lifetime for teams$24.99, paid once
Hammerspoon plans
- FreeFree
Pick AltTab if…
You want what its maker publishes above — check its page for the details.
Pick Hammerspoon if…
Hammerspoon suits people who want to automate macOS by writing Lua scripts and configuring system responses themselves. It is for macOS users able to create and maintain that configuration.