amux
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Visitamux vs RMUX
What both publish
| Fact | amux | RMUX |
|---|---|---|
| Installation | The README lists installation through a shell script, Homebrew, or `go install`; first server start installs a terminfo entry and requires ncurses `tic`. | Install options include package managers, prebuilt installers, and Cargo; the docs say quick installers verify SHA256. |
| License | The repository identifies amux as MIT licensed. | RMUX is dual-licensed under MIT or Apache License 2.0. |
| Purpose | amux is a terminal multiplexer built for shared workflows where humans use keybindings and agents use CLI commands in the same panes. | RMUX is a local terminal multiplexer for persistent, scriptable terminal sessions and terminal automation. |
amux plans
- Open sourceFree
RMUX plans
- RMUXFree
Pick amux if…
amux suits people who want humans and agents to share terminal panes, including users of Claude Code or Codex. It is also suited to workflows that need persistent pane history, mailbox messaging, or SSH mirroring.
Pick RMUX if…
RMUX suits developers who want persistent local terminal sessions or programmatic control through an SDK. Its browser sharing and access roles may also suit people who need to share a pane or session with others.