uGet
Free, open-source download manager with queues, multi-connection downloads and a clipboard monitor.
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About uGet
uGet is a long-running open-source download manager, mostly used on Linux, with Windows builds as well. It organises downloads into categories and queues, splits files across multiple connections to speed them up, resumes interrupted transfers, and can watch the clipboard to pick up links you copy. It also supports scheduling, batch downloads from a list of URLs, and can use aria2 as a backend for extra protocols such as BitTorrent and Metalink. Browser integration comes through add-ons for Firefox and Chromium-based browsers. The app is lightweight, written in C with a GTK interface, and is packaged by most Linux distributions. It's free with no paid tier. Development has slowed: code changes are infrequent and the project site doesn't publish a recent release cadence, so users who want frequent updates or a modern macOS app may prefer newer managers.
Best for: Linux users who want a light, free download manager with queues and a clipboard monitor.
Pros and cons
What works
- Free and open source with no ads
- Lightweight GTK app packaged by most Linux distributions
- Queues, scheduling and clipboard link capture
- Optional aria2 backend for torrents and Metalink
Why people leave
- Infrequent updates in recent years
- No macOS app
- Browser integration add-ons need separate setup
uGet vs Gopeed
From each app's listing and the prices verified on its own site. A dash means we haven't verified it yet.
| Attribute | uGet | Gopeed |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing | Open source | Open source |
| Verified price | — | — |
| Free plan | Free app | Free app |
| Open source | Yes | No |
| Self-hostable | No | No |
| Platforms | Linux, Windows | Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, iOS, Web, Browser extension, Self-hosted |
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Gopeed61.8Modern open-source manager with HTTP and BitTorrent support on desktop and mobile.
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uGet: common questions
What is uGet?
uGet: Free, open-source download manager with queues, multi-connection downloads and a clipboard monitor. Best for linux users who want a light, free download manager with queues and a clipboard monitor. Available for Linux and Windows.
Is uGet free?
Yes. uGet is free, open-source software.
Is uGet open source?
Yes. The source code is on GitHub at ugetdm/uget.
What platforms does uGet run on?
uGet is available for Linux and Windows.
What are the best alternatives to uGet?
The highest-ranked uGet alternatives right now are Gopeed. See the full ranked list for pricing, platforms and verified facts.
uGet vs Gopeed: what's the difference?
Both uGet and Gopeed are free and open source. uGet is open source and Gopeed is not. Only Gopeed runs on macOS, Android, iOS, Web and Browser extension.