FavTray vs Rectangle
Both snap Mac windows with keyboard shortcuts. Rectangle is a dedicated window manager. FavTray bundles window management with 12 other developer tools in one icon.
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Feature Comparison
| Feature | FavTray | Rectangle |
|---|---|---|
| Snap layouts | 10 layouts (halves, thirds, quarters, fullscreen) | 15+ layouts (halves, thirds, quarters, sixths, custom) |
| Keyboard shortcuts | Customizable per layout (Pro) | Customizable per layout |
| Drag-to-edge snapping | Yes with visual overlay (Pro) | Yes (Pro only) |
| Multi-monitor | Yes | Yes |
| Instant restore | Yes | No |
| Price | Core free / ₹49/mo (15 Pro tools) | Free / $9.99 Pro |
| Menu bar icon | Shared with 12 other tools | Separate icon |
| Eye rest timer | Included (free) | Not available |
| AI cost tracking | Included | Not available |
| System monitoring | Included | Not available |
| Port management | Included (free) | Not available |
| Keep alive | Included | Not available |
| Cloud costs | Included | Not available |
| Privacy | 100% local, no telemetry | Local (telemetry opt-out) |
| Open source | No | Yes (free version) |
The Verdict
Rectangle is the better choice if window management is your only need — it has more layouts, it's open source, and the free version is excellent. FavTray is the better choice if you already use (or want) an eye rest timer, AI cost tracker, system monitor, or keep-alive tool alongside your window manager. FavTray consolidates 15 tools into one icon (14 Pro at ₹49/month; the full island unlocks on any paid plan), while Rectangle alone costs $9.99 one-time for Pro features.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is FavTray better than Rectangle?
It depends on your needs. Rectangle is a dedicated window manager with more layout options (15+) and an open-source free version. FavTray covers 10 layouts which handle 80% of common workflows, but also includes 12 other tools (eye rest, AI tracking, port kill, system info, keep alive, menu bar manager, cloud costs, GitHub notifications, reminders, meetings, AI writer, screenshot) in the same menu bar icon. If you only need window management, Rectangle may be the better choice. If you use 3+ menu bar utilities, FavTray consolidates them.
Can FavTray replace Rectangle?
For most developers, yes. FavTray's 10 snap layouts cover left/right halves, thirds, quarters, and fullscreen — the layouts developers use most frequently. If you rely on Rectangle's advanced features like custom sizes, almost-maximize, or sixths, you may miss those. But FavTray adds 12 other tools that Rectangle doesn't offer.
Is Rectangle free?
Rectangle's basic version is free and open source with keyboard shortcuts for window snapping. Rectangle Pro costs $9.99 one-time and adds features like custom sizes, app-specific settings, and drag-to-snap. FavTray's core window layouts are free, with Pro unlocking all 10 layouts and custom shortcuts for ₹49/month (which includes 12 other tools).
Does FavTray use a separate menu bar icon like Rectangle?
No. FavTray's window manager shares a single menu bar icon with all 12 other tools. Rectangle adds its own separate icon. If you're already running a timer, system monitor, and keep-alive app alongside Rectangle, that's 4+ icons that FavTray consolidates into one.