AutoHotkey vs Keyboard Maestro : Which is Better?

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AutoHotkey

AutoHotkey is a free, open-source custom scripting language for Microsoft Windows. Developed by Lexikos (originally Chris Mallett)

License: Open Source

Apps available for Windows

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Keyboard Maestro

Keyboard Maestro is a closed-source commercial macOS-based application that allows automation of routine functions, such as navigating running applications, opening documents, typing text, expanding abbreviations, and controlling web applications.

License: Commercial

Apps available for Mac OS X

AutoHotkey VS Keyboard Maestro Feature comparision

Feature AutoHotkey Keyboard Maestro
Scripting
Automatic Looping
Create Macro
Exe Compiler
Hotkeys
Key rebinding
Lightweight
Macros
Task Automation
Text expansion
Function Key Shortcuts
Support for Keyboard Shortcuts
Workflow Automation
Linux
Portable
Scripting language
Tab Control
Key mapping
Program Launchers
File management
Launcher
Extensible by Plugins/Extensions
Lua scripting
Team Collaboration
Visual scripting
Cloud sync
Mouse gestures
Better tags service
Auto Correction
Import CSV data
Sync with Dropbox
Rich text editing
Clipboard monitoring
Support for Hotkeys
*community curated information: This table may not have the most accurate information. Please suggest changes

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