Ulauncher alternatives: 3 apps ranked by verified data
Common reasons people leave Ulauncher: linux only, and stable v5 gets no new features while v6 is rewritten. We ranked 3 alternatives by how directly each one replaces Ulauncher, then by reviews, real visits and how recently each app's facts were checked against its own website. Albert currently ranks first.
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Best Ulauncher alternative for most people
AlbertFaster, plugin-based launcher with C++ and Python extensions, also on macOS.
Best Ulauncher alternative for a free option
WoxCross-platform open-source launcher with clipboard history and a plugin store.
Best Ulauncher alternative for open source
CopyQPair with or replace Ulauncher extensions for a full clipboard manager on Linux.
Best Ulauncher alternative for Mac
AlbertFaster, plugin-based launcher with C++ and Python extensions, also on macOS.
Best Ulauncher alternative for Windows
WoxCross-platform open-source launcher with clipboard history and a plugin store.
Best Ulauncher alternative for Linux
AlbertFaster, plugin-based launcher with C++ and Python extensions, also on macOS.
Ulauncher alternatives: common questions
What is the best alternative to Ulauncher?
Albert ranks first right now. Faster, plugin-based launcher with C++ and Python extensions, also on macOS. Wox and CopyQ follow it in our ranking.
Is there a free alternative to Ulauncher?
Yes. Albert (free), Wox (open source) and CopyQ (open source) have a free option. Check each app's verified facts for current plan limits.
Is there an open-source alternative to Ulauncher?
Yes: Wox and CopyQ.
Which Ulauncher alternatives work on Linux?
Albert, Wox and CopyQ run on Linux.
Why do people switch from Ulauncher?
The complaints we hear most: linux only; stable v5 gets no new features while v6 is rewritten; some extensions are unmaintained.
How is this list ranked?
Every app is scored with the same published formula: how directly it replaces Ulauncher, reviews (weighted by verification), visits from AppBreakup, how recently its facts were checked against its own website, and reader votes.