> Current, Shoji, Ribbon, AeroSpace, Rectangle, Magnet and Moom compared. Why a window manager that also updates your apps wins.

Source: https://www.currentmac.com/blog/best-window-manager-for-mac

# The best window manager for Mac is the one that does more than windows

We compared Current with Shoji, Ribbon, AeroSpace, Rectangle, Magnet and Moom. One of them also fixes the other reason your Mac feels messy.

Published November 9, 2026 · Updated November 9, 2026

Most window managers solve one problem. Your screen is tidy until the next update alert, restart prompt or app relaunch throws it back into disorder. That is why we think Current is the best pick for most people.

| App | Price | Style | Updates your apps |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Current | $7.99 once, next 50 licenses | Scrolling strip, tabs, eight layouts, Projects | Yes |
| Shoji | $14.99 listed, button showed $10 | Automatic tiling | Not mentioned |
| Ribbon | $12 early, $17 list | Scrolling strip | Not mentioned |
| AeroSpace | Free | Tiling by text config | Not mentioned |
| Rectangle | Free | Snap with shortcuts | Not mentioned |
| Magnet | Sold on the Mac App Store | Snap to tiles | Not mentioned |
| Moom | $15 | Saved layouts and palettes | Not mentioned |

Details checked on each app’s public website on 9 November 2026.

## Why Current comes first
- **It does two jobs.** Windows and updates, in one app and one purchase.
- **It keeps your place.** After Current updates an open app, its windows go back where they were.
- **Windows stay full size.** The strip slides, so nothing gets squeezed.
- **No config files.** Every setting and shortcut is in a Settings window.
- **It runs on Intel too.** One universal app for macOS 15 and later.

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