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Same kind of open-source project · open source
Pinafore provides an alternative web client for Mastodon; the project repository says it is unmaintained.
Alternatives
The Best Tooty Alternatives in 2026
21 alternatives0 free · 13 open source
Looking for something like Tooty? Here are 21 alternatives, ranked by how closely they match it on purpose, features and platforms. Of these, 13 are open source.
Manage multiple Mastodon accounts through Tooty, an alternative web client.
Top picks at a glance
First suggestionPinaforePinafore provides an alternative web client for Mastodon…Another optionfedistarUse Fedistar, a desktop client for viewing the Fediverse in…
Quick comparison
| # | Alternative | Pricing | Open source | Platforms |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Pinafore | — | Yes | Android, iOS |
| 2 | fedistar | — | Yes | Linux, macOS, Windows |
| 3 | masto.js | — | Yes | — |
| 4 | madonctl | — | Yes | — |
| 5 | elk-native | — | Yes | — |
| 6 | Mastodon Lists Manager | — | Not stated | Web |
| 7 | elk | — | Yes | Web |
| 8 | phanpy | — | Yes | — |
| 9 | FediverseRedirect | — | Yes | Android |
| 10 | pachli-android | — | Yes | Android |
All Tooty alternatives
2
Same kind of open-source project · open source
Use Fedistar, a desktop client for viewing the Fediverse in multiple columns.
3
Also covers api · same kind of open-source project · open source
Build JavaScript integrations with the Mastodon API using masto.js, a universal client library.
4
Also covers api · same kind of open-source project · open source
The Mastodon API is accessible from a terminal through madonctl, a Go command-line client.
5
Same kind of open-source project · open source
Elk Native is a native version of Elk, described as a Mastodon web client.
6
Mastodon Lists Manager
mastodon-lists-manager.huey.xyzAlso covers api
Mastodon Lists Manager performs bulk actions on lists, including organizing followed accounts and unfollowing users.
7
Same kind of open-source project · open source
A nimble Mastodon web client.
8
Same kind of open-source project · open source
Access Mastodon through Phanpy, a minimalistic web client described by its project repository.
9
Same kind of open-source project · open source
FediverseRedirect deep-links Mastodon and Lemmy addresses into Android apps, including browsers and mobile clients.
10
Same kind of open-source project · open source
Pachli is an Android client for Mastodon, providing a mobile interface for reading and composing posts.
11
Same kind of open-source project · open source
Use Milktea, an Android client for Misskey and Mastodon, with source code available on GitHub.
12
Same kind of open-source project · open source
Use Ebou as a cross-platform client for Mastodon; the project is written in Rust.
13
Same kind of open-source project · open source
Connect to Mastodon from a Classic Mac OS computer with macstodon, a basic client.
14
Same kind of open-source project · open source
Go projects can interact with the Mastodon API using go-mastodon, a client library for the programming language.
15
PodcastAP
podcastap.comPodcastAP helps fediverse users search for podcasts using a Mastodon or Pleroma account, with optional sign-in.
16
Followgraph
followgraph.vercel.appFollowgraph expands a Mastodon connection graph to suggest accounts a user may want to follow.
17
MastoMetrics
mastometrics.comMastoMetrics tracks Mastodon account growth and presents analytics after a user signs in.
18
Mastodon List Manager
mastodonlistmanager.org/mainMastodon List Manager helps users organize Mastodon lists and add accounts to selected lists.
19
FediDB
fedidb.orgFediDB provides statistics about Mastodon accounts and network growth, with its site redirected to fedidb.com.
20
awesome-mastodon
hueyy.github.io/awesome-mastodonAlso covers api
This curated directory lists Mastodon-related software and resources, helping users find clients, services, and community projects.
21
Mastodeck
mastodeck.comMastodeck provides real-time updates through a Mastodon client with a multi-column layout for power users.
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Alternatives to similar tools
elk-native24 alternativesMastodon Lists Manager6 alternativesawesome-mastodon18 alternativesPinafore24 alternativesfedistar24 alternativesmasto.js24 alternatives
What is the best alternative to Tooty?
Based on features, tags and platforms, the closest alternatives to Tooty are Pinafore, fedistar, and masto.js.
Are there open-source alternatives to Tooty?
Yes: Pinafore, fedistar, masto.js, and madonctl.
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