kitty
6.9#14 in terminal appsFree planFree planLinuxmacOS
Visitkitty vs Tabby
What both publish
| Fact | kitty | Tabby |
|---|---|---|
| GPU acceleration | Yes | Yes |
| Scripting API | Yes | Yes |
| Split panes | Yes | Yes |
| SSH support | Yes | Yes |
| Supported platforms | Linux,macOS | Windows, Mac, and Linux. |
kitty plans
- kittyFree
Tabby plans
- Free FOSSFree
Pick kitty if…
kitty suits keyboard-focused users on Linux or macOS who want configurable terminal layouts, shell integrations, and remote control. It may also suit users who want to extend terminal tasks through the kittens framework.
Pick Tabby if…
Tabby suits users who need one terminal app for local shells, serial connections, SSH, or Telnet. Its range of shell options and pane layouts may also suit people who work across multiple sessions.