awesome
5.9#26 in window management softwareFree planFree planLinux
Visitawesome vs DisplayFusion
DisplayFusion
7.9#1 in window management software$34 one-timeFree planAndroidiOSAPIWindows
VisitWhat both publish
| Fact | awesome | DisplayFusion |
|---|---|---|
| Documentation | Official documentation includes Lua API documentation, the awesome manpage, awesomerc manpage and awesome-client manpage. | The maker provides a beginner guide, extensive help manual, FAQ, administrative guides, trigger documentation and a community script library. |
| Integrations | Awesome supports D-Bus and offers Lua extensions for dynamic tagging, widgets, tabs and layouts. | Online wallpaper providers listed in the EULA include Bing Desktop, Digital Blasphemy, NASA APOD and Wallpaper Abyss. |
| Support | The project directs users to the #awesome channel on OFTC IRC, Stack Overflow, Reddit and GitHub for questions and issue reports. | The purchase page directs customers with license questions to contact the company for help. |
awesome plans
- AwesomeFree
DisplayFusion plans
- FreeFree
- DisplayFusion FreeFree
- Pro Standard$34, paid once
- DisplayFusion Pro Standard$34, paid once
- DisplayFusion Pro on Steam$39.99, paid once
- DisplayFusion Pro Personal$49, 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 DisplayFusion if…
DisplayFusion suits Windows users who want per-monitor taskbars, window controls, and configurable monitor layouts. Its triggers and deployment options may also fit users automating desktop actions or managing corporate installations.