Cool Retro Term
7.1#4 in terminal emulatorsFree planFree planLinuxmacOSSelf-hosted
VisitCool Retro Term vs Guake
What both publish
| Fact | Cool Retro Term | Guake |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Support | The project wiki provides installation and Linux/macOS build instructions, theme guidance, and information about the terminal widget. | The homepage directs users to the GitHub Issues page to report bugs and welcomes code and translation contributions. |
| Supported platforms | linux,macos | linux |
| Tabs | The 2.0.0-beta2 release added tab-management shortcuts. | It supports multiple named tabs, with names set automatically from the running command or customized by the user. |
Cool Retro Term plans
- FreeFree
Guake plans
- GuakeFree
Pick Cool Retro Term if…
Cool Retro Term suits Linux and macOS users who want terminal sessions with adjustable CRT-style visuals. Its theme guidance and multiple-tab support may also appeal to users who want to customize the appearance and organization of terminal windows.
Pick Guake if…
Guake suits Linux GNOME users who want quick terminal access, configurable tabs, pane splitting, and command-line automation. It is also useful for workflows that open files, links, or search terms from terminal output.