Quil
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VisitQuil vs Zellij
What both publish
| Fact | Quil | Zellij |
|---|---|---|
| Platforms | Quil provides native binaries for Linux, macOS, and Windows, with no WSL required on Windows. | Prebuilt binaries are available for Linux, macOS, and Windows; the web client supports browser access, including from phones. |
| Privacy | The maker says Quil has no telemetry and no database. | The maker says Zellij has no ads, telemetry, or data collection and does not require an account or online presence. |
| Purpose | Quil is a reboot-proof terminal multiplexer for developers running multi-tool workflows alongside AI coding assistants. | Zellij is a terminal workspace for developers, operations oriented users, and others who use the terminal. |
Quil plans
- FreeFree
Zellij plans
- ZellijFree
- Zellij.onlinePriced on request
Pick Quil if…
Quil suits developers who want to keep multi-tool terminal workspaces and AI coding sessions recoverable across reboots. It is available for Linux, macOS, and Windows, with beta SSH remote access to Linux or macOS machines.
Pick Zellij if…
Zellij suits terminal users who want organized panes, restorable sessions, or browser-based session sharing. It may also fit teams that need layouts they can automate and share.