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DevUtils alternatives: 2 apps ranked by verified data

Facts checked Nov 1, 2026AppBreakup editorialHow we rank

Common reasons people leave DevUtils: macOS only, and paid, while DevToys and IT-Tools are free. We ranked 2 alternatives by how directly each one replaces DevUtils, then by reviews, real visits and how recently each app's facts were checked against its own website. DevToys currently ranks first.

Quick comparison

#AppPricingOpen sourcePlatformsVerified factsScore
1DevToys logoDevToysOpen sourceYesWindows, macOS, Linux5 of 566.5
  1. DevToys logo

    1. DevToysTop pick

    Best for: Developers who want a free, offline, cross-platform set of converters and decoders

    Open sourceWindows, macOS, Linux

    66.5

    score / 100

    Why switch from DevUtils

    Free and open source with similar clipboard detection, and it also runs on Windows and Linux.

    Pros

    • Free and MIT-licensed, with no paid tier
    • Runs offline on Windows, macOS and Linux
    • Clipboard detection opens the right tool automatically
    • Extensible with community tools and a separate CLI

    Cons

    • Fewer built-in tools than DevUtils or IT-Tools
    • Some useful tools only come as third-party extensions
    • Desktop only; no web version to use on a locked-down machine
    Visit DevToys Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.3100
    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 DevToys a good DevUtils alternative?

    Verified facts

    5 of 5 verified
    License
    MIT
    Checked Oct 29, 2026github.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Platforms
    Windows, macOS, Linux
    Checked Oct 29, 2026devtoys.app(opens source in a new tab)
    Built-in tools
    30 offline tools
    Checked Oct 29, 2026devtoys.app(opens source in a new tab)
    Command-line version
    Yes (DevToys CLI)
    Checked Oct 29, 2026devtoys.app(opens source in a new tab)
    Clipboard detection
    Yes
    Checked Oct 29, 2026devtoys.app(opens source in a new tab)

The best DevUtils alternative for…

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

DevToys logo

Best DevUtils alternative for most people

DevToys

Free and open source with similar clipboard detection, and it also runs on Windows and Linux.

CyberChef logo

Best DevUtils alternative for a free option

CyberChef

Free browser-based tool with far more encoding and data operations, chained into reusable recipes.

DevToys logo

Best DevUtils alternative for open source

DevToys

Free and open source with similar clipboard detection, and it also runs on Windows and Linux.

CyberChef logo

Best DevUtils alternative for self-hosting

CyberChef

Free browser-based tool with far more encoding and data operations, chained into reusable recipes.

DevToys logo

Best DevUtils alternative for Mac

DevToys

Free and open source with similar clipboard detection, and it also runs on Windows and Linux.

DevToys logo

Best DevUtils alternative for Windows

DevToys

Free and open source with similar clipboard detection, and it also runs on Windows and Linux.

DevToys logo

Best DevUtils alternative for Linux

DevToys

Free and open source with similar clipboard detection, and it also runs on Windows and Linux.

CyberChef logo

Best DevUtils alternative for working in the browser

CyberChef

Free browser-based tool with far more encoding and data operations, chained into reusable recipes.

DevUtils alternatives: common questions

What is the best alternative to DevUtils?

DevToys ranks first right now. Free and open source with similar clipboard detection, and it also runs on Windows and Linux.

Is there a free alternative to DevUtils?

Yes. DevToys (open source) and CyberChef (open source) have a free option. Check each app's verified facts for current plan limits.

Is there an open-source alternative to DevUtils?

Yes: DevToys and CyberChef. CyberChef can also be self-hosted.

Which DevUtils alternatives work on Linux?

DevToys runs on Linux.

Why do people switch from DevUtils?

The complaints we hear most: macOS only; paid, while DevToys and IT-Tools are free; licence includes only one year of updates.

How is this list ranked?

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