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Albert alternatives: 4 apps ranked by verified data

Facts checked Oct 25, 2026AppBreakup editorialHow we rank

Common reasons people leave Albert: custom source-available licence, not a standard open-source one, and no Windows version. We ranked 4 alternatives by how directly each one replaces Albert, then by reviews, real visits and how recently each app's facts were checked against its own website. Ulauncher currently ranks first.

Quick comparison

#AppPricingOpen sourcePlatformsVerified factsScore
1Wox logoWoxOpen sourceYesWindows, macOS, Linux4 of 462.6
2Raycast logoRaycastFree plan + paidNomacOS, Windows, iOS5 of 559.6
  1. Wox logo

    1. WoxTop pick

    Best for: People who want the same free launcher on Windows, macOS and Linux

    Open sourceWindows, macOS, Linux

    62.6

    score / 100

    Why switch from Albert

    Open-source GPL launcher that also covers Windows.

    Pros

    • Runs natively on Windows, macOS and Linux
    • Free and open source under GPL-3.0
    • Built-in clipboard history, notes and AI commands
    • Plugins in Node.js, Python or scripts

    Cons

    • v2 rewrite is young and still maturing
    • Smaller plugin library than Raycast or Alfred
    • Fewer ready-made integrations with popular work apps
    Visit Wox Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.387
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.1585
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is Wox a good Albert alternative?

    Verified facts

    4 of 4 verified
    License
    GPL-3.0
    Checked Oct 25, 2026github.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Platforms
    Windows, macOS, Linux
    Checked Oct 25, 2026github.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Plugins
    Node.js, Python or scripts
    Checked Oct 25, 2026github.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Memory use
    Around 150 MB
    Checked Oct 25, 2026github.com(opens source in a new tab)
  2. Raycast logo

    2. Raycast

    Best for: Mac or Windows users who want one launcher for apps, clipboard, snippets and windows

    Free plan + paidmacOS, Windows, iOS

    59.6

    score / 100

    Why switch from Albert

    On macOS, a more polished launcher with a large extension store.

    Pros

    • Free tier includes clipboard history, snippets and window management
    • Large extension store for popular work tools
    • Extensions are easy to write in TypeScript and React
    • Fast, polished interface with good defaults

    Cons

    • AI features and sync are locked behind a subscription
    • Requires an account for sync and team features
    • Windows version is newer and has fewer extensions
    Visit Raycast Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.377
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.1585
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is Raycast a good Albert alternative?

    Verified facts

    5 of 5 verified
    Free plan
    Yes, for personal and work use
    Checked Oct 25, 2026raycast.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Pro price
    From $8/month
    Checked Oct 25, 2026raycast.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Teams Pro price
    $12 per user/month
    Checked Oct 25, 2026raycast.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Platforms
    macOS, Windows, iOS and iPadOS
    Checked Oct 25, 2026raycast.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Student discount
    50% off Pro
    Checked Oct 25, 2026raycast.com(opens source in a new tab)

The best Albert alternative for…

The highest-ranked app in this list for each need.

Ulauncher logo

Best Albert alternative for most people

Ulauncher

GPL-licensed Linux launcher with themes and Python extensions.

Wox logo

Best Albert alternative for a free option

Wox

Open-source GPL launcher that also covers Windows.

Raycast logo

Best Albert alternative for a free plan you can upgrade

Raycast

On macOS, a more polished launcher with a large extension store.

Ulauncher logo

Best Albert alternative for open source

Ulauncher

GPL-licensed Linux launcher with themes and Python extensions.

Alfred logo

Best Albert alternative for Mac

Alfred

On macOS, the long-standing launcher with powerful workflows.

Wox logo

Best Albert alternative for Windows

Wox

Open-source GPL launcher that also covers Windows.

Ulauncher logo

Best Albert alternative for Linux

Ulauncher

GPL-licensed Linux launcher with themes and Python extensions.

Albert alternatives: common questions

What is the best alternative to Albert?

Ulauncher ranks first right now. GPL-licensed Linux launcher with themes and Python extensions. Wox and Raycast follow it in our ranking.

Is there a free alternative to Albert?

Yes. Ulauncher (open source), Wox (open source), Raycast (free plan + paid) and Alfred (free plan + paid) have a free option. Check each app's verified facts for current plan limits.

Is there an open-source alternative to Albert?

Yes: Ulauncher and Wox.

Which Albert alternatives work on Linux?

Ulauncher and Wox run on Linux.

Why do people switch from Albert?

The complaints we hear most: custom source-available licence, not a standard open-source one; no Windows version; macOS build is unsigned and installed via Homebrew.

How is this list ranked?

Every app is scored with the same published formula: how directly it replaces Albert, reviews (weighted by verification), visits from AppBreakup, how recently its facts were checked against its own website, and reader votes.