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iTerm2 vs kitty
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| Fact | iTerm2 | kitty |
|---|---|---|
| Language | Swift | Python |
| Licence | GPL-2.0 | GPL-3.0 |
| Stars | 18k | 35k |
| Latest | v3.7.4 | v0.49.2 |
| Last push | 2026-10-06 | 2026-10-06 |
| Release cadence | too few releases | about 7 days between releases |
| Active contributors | 20+ commit authors on the default branch in the last 90 days | 39+ commit authors on the default branch in the last 90 days |
| Flags | none | none |
How they relate
kitty replaces iTerm2. Alternatives to iTerm2 →
Full replacementGPU-rendered, cross-platform, with tabs, splits and a graphics protocol.
iTerm2
unsigned The latest release, v3.7.4, carries no signature GitHub could verify.
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kitty
✓ signed The latest release, v0.49.2, carries a signature GitHub verified.
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