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Tmuxinator vs tmex: catalog facts
Tmuxinator	tmex
Free Free and open source.	Free Free software under the MIT license.
macOS, Linux, Command line	Command line
Session layouts kept in readable YAML files Rebuilds windows, panes and commands with one command	Composes terminal layouts from commands Supports multiple windows and configurable pane arrangements
Requires tmux and a Ruby installation Homebrew installation has reported issues	Requires tmux.
Downloadable app	Downloadable app
Open source	Open source
License: MIT	License: MIT
No account needed	Not stated if an account is needed
Works offline	Not stated if it works offline
Official website Full listing and sources Checked September 24, 2026	Official website Full listing and sources Checked October 8, 2026

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