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Rio vs Terminator
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| Fact | Rio | Terminator |
|---|---|---|
| Language | Rust | Python |
| Licence | MIT | GPL-2.0 |
| Stars | 7.7k | 2.7k |
| Latest | v0.5.29 | v2.1.6 |
| Last push | 2026-11-08 | 2026-10-19 |
| Release cadence | about 18 days between releases | about 406 days between releases |
| Active contributors | 5 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
Both replace iTerm2. Alternatives to iTerm2 →
PartialRioGPU-rendered terminal that also runs in the browser; fewer integrations.
PartialTerminatorSplit panes and broadcast input on Linux; no macOS build.
Rio
unsigned The latest release, v0.5.29, 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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