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iTerm2 vs Terminator
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| Fact | iTerm2 | Terminator |
|---|---|---|
| Language | Swift | Python |
| Licence | GPL-2.0 | GPL-2.0 |
| Stars | 18k | 2.7k |
| Latest | v3.7.7 | v2.1.6 |
| Last push | 2026-11-12 | 2026-10-19 |
| Release cadence | too few releases | about 406 days between releases |
| Active contributors | 13+ commit authors on the default branch in the last 90 days | 4 commit authors on the default branch in the last 90 days |
| Flags | none | none |
How they relate
Terminator replaces iTerm2. Alternatives to iTerm2 →
PartialSplit panes and broadcast input on Linux; no macOS build.
iTerm2
unsigned The latest release, v3.7.7, carries no signature GitHub could verify.
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Terminator
✓ signed The latest release, v2.1.6, carries a signature GitHub verified.
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