Dexpot
7.2#3 in window management software€24.90 one-timeFree planAPIWindows
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herbstluftwm
6.2#13 in window management softwareFree planFree planLinuxmacOS
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| Fact | Dexpot | herbstluftwm |
|---|---|---|
| Integrations | Experimental plugins include a VirtuaWin interpreter and Rainmeter theme switching through Raindexer. | The FAQ describes using external EWMH panels such as xfce4-panel and using dmenu for a run dialog. |
| Intended users | The maker identifies companies and employees, public institutions and nonprofits, freelancers, and self-employed users as groups that must purchase a license. | The project describes itself as a manual tiling window manager for users of the X window system. |
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
herbstluftwm plans
- herbstluftwmFree
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.
Pick herbstluftwm if…
herbstluftwm suits users of the X window system who want manual tiling and keyboard control over window placement, focus and size.