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kitty vs tym: catalog facts
kittytym
Free

Free and open source under the GPL.

Free

Free and open source.

macOS, Linux Linux
  • Inline image display through its own graphics protocol
  • Kittens add diffing, hints, remote control and SSH integration
  • Lightweight design
  • Fully scriptable configuration in Lua
  • No Windows build
  • Configuration is a text file with no graphical settings
  • Linux only
  • Configuration requires writing Lua
Downloadable app Downloadable app
Open source Open source
License: GPL-3.0 License not stated
Not stated if an account is needed No account needed
Not stated if it works offline Works offline

Checked September 22, 2026

Checked October 2, 2026

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