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KeyboardCowboy
github.com/zenangst/KeyboardCowboyAlso covers macos
KeyboardCowboy manages keyboard shortcuts on macOS, according to its repository description.
Alternatives
The Best Phoenix Alternatives in 2026
8 alternatives1 free · 1 open source
Looking for something like Phoenix? Here are 8 alternatives, ranked by how closely they match it on purpose, features and platforms. Of these, 1 are free or have a free plan and 1 are open source.
Phoenix manages macOS windows and apps through JavaScript scripts, keyboard shortcuts, and system-event bindings.
Top picks at a glance
First suggestionKeyboardCowboyKeyboardCowboy manages keyboard shortcuts on macOS…Free or freemium optionBunchBunch automates macOS tasks using plain-text files to…Open source optionBrowserinoBrowserino selects a browser on macOS and supports…Another optionCustomShortcutsCustomShortcuts remaps and creates keyboard shortcuts for…
Quick comparison
| # | Alternative | Pricing | Open source | Platforms |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | KeyboardCowboy | — | Not stated | macOS |
| 2 | CustomShortcuts | — | Not stated | macOS, Web |
| 3 | Bunch | Free | Not stated | macOS |
| 4 | Rectangle | — | Not stated | macOS, Web, Windows |
| 5 | KeyClu | — | Not stated | macOS, Web |
| 6 | Sky.app | — | Not stated | iOS, macOS |
| 7 | Browserino | — | Yes | macOS |
| 8 | ShortcutKeeper | — | Not stated | iOS, macOS, Web |
All Phoenix alternatives
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CustomShortcuts
houdah.com/customShortcutsAlso covers macos
CustomShortcuts remaps and creates keyboard shortcuts for Mac app menu items without scripting.
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Also covers macos · same kind of app · free
Bunch automates macOS tasks using plain-text files to launch applications, run scripts, and perform system actions.
4
Rectangle
rectangleapp.comAlso covers macos
Rectangle moves and resizes windows on macOS using keyboard shortcuts or screen-edge snapping.
5
KeyClu
sergii.tatarenkov.name/keyclu/supportAlso covers macos
KeyClu displays available keyboard shortcuts for macOS apps, with manual and installation information on its page.
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Sky.app
github.com/jcsalterego/Sky.appAlso covers macos
Sky.app provides a macOS client for Bluesky with keyboard shortcuts and a dark mode.
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Also covers macos · open source
Browserino selects a browser on macOS and supports default-browser setup and keyboard shortcuts.
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ShortcutKeeper
shortcutkeeper.comAlso covers macos
Shortcut Keeper stores keyboard shortcuts users want to learn and remember across apps on Mac.
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Alternatives to similar tools
CustomShortcuts9 alternativesSky.app8 alternativesBrowserino24 alternativesRectangle8 alternativesKeyClu8 alternativesKeyboardCowboy7 alternatives
What is the best alternative to Phoenix?
Based on features, tags and platforms, the closest alternatives to Phoenix are KeyboardCowboy, CustomShortcuts, and Bunch.
Is there a free alternative to Phoenix?
Yes. Bunch is free or offer a free plan.
Are there open-source alternatives to Phoenix?
Yes: Browserino.
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