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Tmuxinator vs WezTerm: catalog facts
TmuxinatorWezTerm
Free

Free and open source.

Free

Free and open source, funded by sponsorship.

macOS, Linux, Command line Windows, macOS, Linux
  • Session layouts kept in readable YAML files
  • Rebuilds windows, panes and commands with one command
  • Built-in multiplexing of panes, tabs and windows, including to remote hosts over SSH
  • Lua configuration, so one file follows you across Linux, macOS and Windows
  • Requires tmux and a Ruby installation
  • Homebrew installation has reported issues
  • A spare-time project maintained largely by one person
  • Lua config is powerful but a steeper start than a settings dialog
Downloadable app Downloadable app
Open source Open source
License: MIT License: MIT
No account needed No account needed
Works offline Works offline

Checked September 24, 2026

Checked September 20, 2026

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