Singlebox vs. Hamsket
An actively developed home for your work apps, instead of an archived project.
Hamsket is a free, open-source fork of Rambox Community Edition. Its repository is archived, and its last release came out in 2022. Singlebox is actively developed: one window for your messaging, email, and work apps, with every account signed in, sync across computers, and regular updates.
Also available on Windows.
· Compared with Hamsket 0.6
At a glance
Singlebox
A dedicated window for messaging, email, and work apps, with sync, regular updates, and support included. Best for people who want a home for their work apps that keeps up with the web.
Hamsket
A free, open-source (GPL-3.0) app based on Rambox Community Edition, with about 95 built-in services, custom services, a master password, and per-service CSS and JavaScript. Its repository is archived, with the last stable release in March 2022.
Still maintained
Hamsket's repository on GitHub is archived. Its last stable release, 0.6.3, came out in March 2022, and its last code update moved to Electron 20, also from 2022.
Singlebox is actively developed and updates itself automatically, so your apps keep working as the web changes.
Sync and accounts
Hamsket offers offline backup and restore, but syncing your setup between computers isn't available.
Singlebox syncs your profiles, bookmarks, and settings on every plan, and every app or account is its own profile with an isolated session.
Feature comparison
| Feature | Singlebox | Hamsket |
|---|---|---|
| What it is | A dedicated desktop app for your messaging, email, and work apps | An open-source fork of Rambox Community Edition, now archived |
| Platforms | macOS, Windows | macOS, Windows, Linux |
| Adding apps | Pick from 65,000+ apps in the catalog or add any website | About 95 built-in services, plus custom services |
| Notifications and badges | Unread badges on each app and on the Dock or taskbar; mute any app | Badges, Do Not Disturb, and per-service mute |
| App lock | Password, or Touch ID on Mac, with auto-lock (paid plans) | Master password lock |
| Advanced customization | Custom CSS and JavaScript, proxies, and auto-reload for each app | Custom CSS and JavaScript per service, plus proxies |
| Sync across computers | Profiles, bookmarks, and settings sync on every plan | Not available; offline backup and restore |
| Sign-in | Free account required | No account needed |
| Updates | Updated regularly, with automatic updates | Archived; last release in March 2022 |
Why Singlebox
Why choose Singlebox
Kept up to date
Singlebox updates itself automatically, so your apps keep working as the web changes.
Sync across computers
Your profiles, bookmarks, and settings follow you to every computer, on every plan.
Help when you need it
Singlebox is built and supported by a dedicated team, with priority support on paid plans.
Where Hamsket may be a better fit
- You want free, open-source software you can inspect and modify.
- You use Linux. Singlebox is available for macOS and Windows.
- You'd rather use the app without an account.
- You want a Do Not Disturb mode for all your services.
Which should you choose?
Choose Hamsket if you want open-source software and are comfortable using an app that isn't updated anymore.
Choose Singlebox if you want an actively developed home for your work apps, with sync, regular updates, and support.
Frequently asked questions
- How do I switch from Hamsket to Singlebox?
- Download Singlebox, sign in, and add your apps from the catalog or by pasting any website's address. Then sign in to each account. Every account gets its own profile, so you can recreate your Hamsket setup in a few minutes and keep using Hamsket until you're ready.
- Can I use several accounts of the same app?
- Yes. Every app or account is its own profile with an isolated session, so you can stay signed in to several accounts of the same service at once. The free plan includes 2 profiles, and paid plans include unlimited profiles.
- Is Hamsket still maintained?
- No. Its GitHub repository is archived, and its last stable release came out in March 2022. Singlebox is an actively developed alternative that keeps getting updates.
- Is Singlebox free?
- Yes. Singlebox has a free plan with 2 profiles and cloud sync. Paid plans add unlimited profiles, app lock, built-in ad and tracker blocking, theme colors, and priority support.
Bring all your work into one place
Download Singlebox for free and set up your apps and accounts in minutes.
Also available on Windows.
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