awesome
5.9#26 in window management softwareFree planFree planLinux
Visitawesome vs Dexpot
What both publish
| Fact | awesome | Dexpot |
|---|---|---|
| Documentation | Official documentation includes Lua API documentation, the awesome manpage, awesomerc manpage and awesome-client manpage. | Documentation includes a quick-start guide, FAQ index, troubleshooting support page, forum, command-line FAQ, and plugin installation guidance. |
| Integrations | Awesome supports D-Bus and offers Lua extensions for dynamic tagging, widgets, tabs and layouts. | Experimental plugins include a VirtuaWin interpreter and Rainmeter theme switching through Raindexer. |
awesome plans
- AwesomeFree
Dexpot plans
- Free private-use licenseFree
- Private useFree
- Single license€24.90, paid once
- Package 5€119, paid once
- Package 10€229, paid once
- Package 20€449, paid once
Pick awesome if…
Awesome suits Linux users who are comfortable configuring their environment and want keyboard control and Lua extensibility. It is a window manager, not a full desktop environment.
Pick Dexpot if…
Dexpot suits Windows users who want additional virtual workspaces and desktop-specific arrangements. The maker identifies companies, public institutions, nonprofits, freelancers, and self-employed users as groups that need a license.