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Everything compared with 3 alternatives: Listary, Flow Launcher and Microsoft PowerToys.

Everything is free to use. All 3 alternatives are free or have a free plan.

3 tools · Listings checked up to Oct 6, 2026 · Where the facts come from

At a glance

ToolPriceFree planRuns on
EverythingThis toolFreeFreeWindows
ListaryFree plan · from $19.95 one-timeYesWindows
Flow LauncherFreeFreeWindows
Microsoft PowerToysFreeFreeWindows

How each one differs from Everything

  1. Listary

    File search and app launcher for Windows with Quick Switch

    • Listary starts at $19.95 one-time payment (Listary Pro). Everything is free.
    • Listary can be bought with a one-time purchase.
    • Listary also covers launcher.

    Suits: Windows users who want file-name search and an app launcher in one tool

    Listary vs EverythingListary pricing and details

  2. Flow Launcher

    Free, open-source app launcher and file search for Windows

    • Flow Launcher is free. Everything is free.
    • Flow Launcher is open source, according to its own site.
    • Flow Launcher also covers launcher and calculator.

    Suits: Windows users who want a keyboard launcher at no cost

    Flow Launcher vs EverythingFlow Launcher pricing and details

  3. Microsoft PowerToys

    Free Microsoft utilities for customizing Windows 10 and 11

    • Microsoft PowerToys is free. Everything is free.
    • Microsoft PowerToys is open source, according to its own site.
    • Microsoft PowerToys also covers launcher, window management and keyboard and mouse remapping.

    Suits: Windows users who want window layouts, a launcher and key remapping from one free install

    Microsoft PowerToys vs EverythingMicrosoft PowerToys pricing and details

Limits worth knowing in Everything

  • Windows only; the FAQ lists Windows XP through Windows 11.
  • It indexes file and folder names, not contents. Searching inside files is possible but slow.
  • NTFS indexing needs the Everything service or administrator rights, and FAT volumes and network shares must be added as folder indexes by hand.
  • The Lite build removes the HTTP and ETP/FTP servers and IPC, so the command-line tool and SDK do not work with it.
Everything pricing and details

Common questions

What are the alternatives to Everything?

The alternatives to Everything in this directory are Listary, Flow Launcher and Microsoft PowerToys. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with Everything.

Is there a free alternative to Everything?

Yes. Flow Launcher and Microsoft PowerToys are free to use. Listary has a free plan alongside paid ones.

Is there an open-source alternative to Everything?

Flow Launcher and Microsoft PowerToys are described as open source on their own sites.

When were these prices checked?

Each listing shows its own date. On this page they run from Oct 5, 2026 to Oct 6, 2026. Vendors change prices without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.

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