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Open-source alternatives to LaunchBar

LaunchBar is not described as open source on its own site. 22 of the 48 other window managers and launchers in this directory are open source, according to their own sites.

LaunchBar has a free plan. Paid plans start at 35 € one-time purchase (Single License). All of them are free or have a free plan.

22 tools · Listings checked up to Nov 13, 2026 · Where the facts come from

The 12 closest to LaunchBar

  1. Quicksilver

    Free, open-source keyboard launcher for macOS

    • Quicksilver is free. LaunchBar starts at 35 € one-time purchase (Single License).
    • Quicksilver is open source, according to its own site.
    • LaunchBar can be bought with a one-time purchase.
    • LaunchBar also covers file management and calculator.
    Quicksilver vs LaunchBarQuicksilver pricing and details

  2. Flow Launcher

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

    • Flow Launcher is free. LaunchBar starts at 35 € one-time purchase (Single License).
    • Only Flow Launcher lists a Windows app.
    • Only LaunchBar lists a macOS app.
    • Flow Launcher is open source, according to its own site.
    Flow Launcher pricing and details

  3. Executor

    Free MIT-licensed keyword launcher built only for Windows

    • Executor is free. LaunchBar starts at 35 € one-time purchase (Single License).
    • Only Executor lists a Windows app.
    • Only LaunchBar lists a macOS app.
    • Executor is open source, according to its own site.
    Executor pricing and details

  4. Sol

    Open-source macOS launcher and command palette

    • Sol is free. LaunchBar starts at 35 € one-time purchase (Single License).
    • Sol is open source, according to its own site.
    • LaunchBar can be bought with a one-time purchase.
    • Sol also covers window management.
    Sol pricing and details

  5. Vicinae

    Keyboard-driven launcher for Linux, macOS and Windows

    • Vicinae is free. LaunchBar starts at 35 € one-time purchase (Single License).
    • Only Vicinae lists Linux and Windows apps.
    • Vicinae is open source, according to its own site.
    • LaunchBar can be bought with a one-time purchase.
    Vicinae pricing and details

  6. Microsoft PowerToys

    Free Microsoft utilities for customizing Windows 10 and 11

    • Microsoft PowerToys is free. LaunchBar starts at 35 € one-time purchase (Single License).
    • Only Microsoft PowerToys lists a Windows app.
    • Only LaunchBar lists a macOS app.
    • Microsoft PowerToys is open source, according to its own site.
    Microsoft PowerToys pricing and details

  7. Ueli

    Cross-platform keystroke launcher for Windows, macOS and Linux

    • Ueli is free. LaunchBar starts at 35 € one-time purchase (Single License).
    • Only Ueli lists Windows and Linux apps.
    • Ueli is open source, according to its own site.
    • LaunchBar can be bought with a one-time purchase.
    Ueli pricing and details

  8. Wox

    Open-source keyboard launcher for Windows, macOS and Linux

    • Wox is free. LaunchBar starts at 35 € one-time purchase (Single License).
    • Only Wox lists Windows and Linux apps.
    • Wox is open source, according to its own site.
    • LaunchBar can be bought with a one-time purchase.
    Wox pricing and details

  9. AltTab

    Windows-style window switcher for macOS, free and open source

    • AltTab starts at $9.99 one-time purchase (AltTab Pro). LaunchBar starts at 35 € one-time purchase (Single License).
    • AltTab is open source, according to its own site.
    • AltTab also covers window management.
    • LaunchBar also covers launcher, clipboard manager, file management and calculator.
    AltTab pricing and details

  10. Ulauncher

    Open-source application launcher for Linux with extensions

    • Ulauncher is free. LaunchBar starts at 35 € one-time purchase (Single License).
    • Only Ulauncher lists a Linux app.
    • Only LaunchBar lists a macOS app.
    • Ulauncher is open source, according to its own site.
    Ulauncher pricing and details

  11. Launchy

    Open-source keystroke launcher with plugins and skins

    • Launchy is free. LaunchBar starts at 35 € one-time purchase (Single License).
    • Only Launchy lists Windows and Linux apps.
    • Launchy is open source, according to its own site.
    • LaunchBar can be bought with a one-time purchase.
    Launchy pricing and details

  12. Cerebro

    Free open-source Electron launcher for Windows, Mac and Linux

    • Cerebro is free. LaunchBar starts at 35 € one-time purchase (Single License).
    • Only Cerebro lists Windows and Linux apps.
    • Cerebro is open source, according to its own site.
    • LaunchBar can be bought with a one-time purchase.
    Cerebro pricing and details

10 more that are open source

All 22 in one table

Common questions

Is there an open-source alternative to LaunchBar?

Yes. Quicksilver, Flow Launcher, Executor, Sol, Vicinae, Microsoft PowerToys, Ueli, Wox and 14 more are open source, according to their own sites.

Is LaunchBar open source?

LaunchBar is not described as open source on its own site. The listing was checked on Oct 6, 2026 against the pages it cites.

When was this checked?

Each listing shows its own date. On this page they run from Oct 4, 2026 to Nov 13, 2026. Vendors change prices and plans without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.

This page is built from the listings. A tool is here because its listing says so, and the order is how close each is to LaunchBar: the alternatives its listing names first, then the tools that share the most features with it.