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Listary alternatives
Listary compared with 4 alternatives: Everything, Flow Launcher, Microsoft PowerToys and Ueli.
Listary has a free plan. Paid plans start at $19.95 one-time payment (Listary Pro). All 4 alternatives are free or have a free plan.
4 tools · Listings checked up to Oct 9, 2026 · Where the facts come from
At a glance
| Tool | Price | Free plan | Runs on |
|---|---|---|---|
| ListaryThis tool | Free plan · from $19.95 one-time | Yes | Windows |
| Everything | Free | Free | Windows |
| Flow Launcher | Free | Free | Windows |
| Microsoft PowerToys | Free | Free | Windows |
| Ueli | Free | Free | macOS, Windows, Linux |
How each one differs from Listary
- Free
Everything
Instant file and folder name search for Windows
- Everything is free. Listary starts at $19.95 one-time payment (Listary Pro).
- Listary can be bought with a one-time purchase.
- Listary also covers launcher.
Suits: Windows users who want to find files and folders by name as they type
- Free
Flow Launcher
Free, open-source app launcher and file search for Windows
- Flow Launcher is free. Listary starts at $19.95 one-time payment (Listary Pro).
- Flow Launcher is open source, according to its own site.
- Listary can be bought with a one-time purchase.
- Flow Launcher also covers calculator.
Suits: Windows users who want a keyboard launcher at no cost
- Free
Microsoft PowerToys
Free Microsoft utilities for customizing Windows 10 and 11
- Microsoft PowerToys is free. Listary starts at $19.95 one-time payment (Listary Pro).
- Microsoft PowerToys is open source, according to its own site.
- Listary can be bought with a one-time purchase.
- Microsoft PowerToys also covers window management and keyboard and mouse remapping.
Suits: Windows users who want window layouts, a launcher and key remapping from one free install
- Free
Ueli
Cross-platform keystroke launcher for Windows, macOS and Linux
- Ueli is free. Listary starts at $19.95 one-time payment (Listary Pro).
- Only Ueli lists macOS and Linux apps.
- Ueli is open source, according to its own site.
- Listary can be bought with a one-time purchase.
- Ueli also covers calculator.
Suits: People who want the same launcher on Windows, macOS and Linux
Limits worth knowing in Listary
- Windows only; the current release supports Windows 10 and 11, and an older Listary 5 remains for Windows 7 and XP.
- The free plan is for personal use only. Any commercial use requires Listary Pro.
- It searches by name, path and format, not file contents. Full-text search needs Gety, a separate app from the same team.
- Dark theme, custom filters and actions, advanced search syntaxes and shared network drive indexing are Pro features.
Common questions
What are the alternatives to Listary?
The alternatives to Listary in this directory are Everything, Flow Launcher, Microsoft PowerToys and Ueli. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with Listary.
Is there a free alternative to Listary?
Yes. Everything, Flow Launcher, Microsoft PowerToys and Ueli are free to use.
Which Listary alternatives work on macOS?
The Listary listing does not include a macOS app. Ueli lists one.
Which Listary alternatives work on Linux?
The Listary listing does not include a Linux app. Ueli lists one.
Is there an open-source alternative to Listary?
Flow Launcher, Microsoft PowerToys and Ueli 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 9, 2026. Vendors change prices without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.
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