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Open source EagleFiler alternatives: 2 apps ranked by verified data

Facts checked Nov 8, 2026AppBreakup editorialHow we rank

2 of the 4 EagleFiler alternatives we track are open source. Paperwork and Joplin rank highest, with facts last verified Nov 8, 2026.

Quick comparison

#AppPricingVerified priceOpen sourcePlatformsVerified factsScore
1PaPaperworkOpen source—YesLinux, Windows4 of 463.6
2Joplin logoJoplinOpen source—YesWindows, macOS, Linux +31 of 356.9
  1. Pa

    1. PaperworkTop pick

    Best for: Home users who want to scan and search their paperwork on one desktop without running a server

    Open sourceLinux, Windows

    63.6

    score / 100

    Why switch from EagleFiler

    Free open-source desktop app for scanning and searching paper documents on Linux and Windows.

    Pros

    • No server needed; it's a normal desktop app
    • Stores files in open formats in one folder, easy to back up
    • Learns to apply labels to new documents automatically

    Cons

    • No macOS version
    • Single-user, with no web access or sharing
    • Fewer automation features than server-based tools like Paperless-ngx
    Visit Paperwork Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.369
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.1528
    Freshness ×0.15100
    Votes ×0.150

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

    Is Paperwork a good EagleFiler alternative?

    Verified facts

    4 of 4 verified
    Platforms
    Linux, Windows
    Checked Nov 8, 2026openpaper.work(opens source in a new tab)
    Open source
    Yes
    Checked Nov 8, 2026openpaper.work(opens source in a new tab)
    File formats
    JPEG, hOCR, PDF
    Checked Nov 8, 2026openpaper.work(opens source in a new tab)
    Automatic labelling
    Yes
    Checked Nov 8, 2026openpaper.work(opens source in a new tab)
  2. Joplin logo

    2. Joplin

    Best for: Leaving Evernote for an open-source app with encrypted sync

    Open sourceSelf-hostableWindows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android, Self-hosted

    56.9

    score / 100

    Why switch from EagleFiler

    Free open-source notes app with a web clipper and attachments, for people who want an archive that also syncs to phones.

    Pros

    • Open source with end-to-end encryption
    • Sync with your own storage
    • Imports Evernote exports

    Cons

    • Interface is plainer than commercial apps
    • Collaboration features are basic
    Visit Joplin Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.338
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.1593
    Freshness ×0.1553
    Votes ×0.150

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

    Is Joplin a good EagleFiler alternative?

    Verified facts

    1 of 3 verified
    Open source
    Yes
    Not checked yetgithub.com(opens source in a new tab)
    End-to-end encryption
    Yes
    Checked Nov 8, 2026joplinapp.org(opens source in a new tab)
    Evernote import
    Yes (ENEX files)
    Not checked yetjoplinapp.org(opens source in a new tab)