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Ninite alternatives

Ninite compared with 4 alternatives: UniGetUI, CCleaner, Setapp and CleanMyMac.

Ninite has a free plan. Paid plans start at $1 per machine / year (Nintune); Ninite Pro starts at $1 per machine / month. 2 of the 4 alternatives are free or have a free plan. 2 more offer a free trial.

4 tools · Listings checked up to Oct 9, 2026 · Where the facts come from

At a glance

ToolPriceFree planRuns on
NiniteThis toolFree plan · from $1/yrYesWeb, Windows
UniGetUIFreeFreemacOS, Windows, Linux
CCleanerFree plan · from $44.95/yrYesmacOS, Windows, iOS, Android
SetappFree trial · from $14.99/moTrial onlymacOS, iOS
CleanMyMacFree trial · from $39.99/yrTrial onlymacOS

How each one differs from Ninite

  1. UniGetUI

    Free graphical front end for WinGet, Scoop, Chocolatey and more

    • UniGetUI is free. Ninite starts at $1 per machine / year (Nintune); Ninite Pro starts at $1 per machine / month.
    • Only UniGetUI lists macOS and Linux apps.
    • Only Ninite lists a web app.
    • UniGetUI is open source, according to its own site.
    • Ninite also covers reports.

    Suits: Windows users who want WinGet, Scoop and Chocolatey without the command line

    UniGetUI vs NiniteUniGetUI pricing and details

  2. CCleaner

    Junk cleaner and PC optimizer for Windows, Mac and mobile

    • CCleaner starts at $44.95 per year for 1 PC (CCleaner Pro). Ninite starts at $1 per machine / year (Nintune); Ninite Pro starts at $1 per machine / month.
    • Only CCleaner lists macOS, Android and iOS apps.
    • Only Ninite lists a web app.
    • CCleaner also covers system monitor and disk cleanup.
    • Ninite also covers workflow automation and reports.

    Suits: Windows users who want junk cleaning, browser cleanup and startup control in one app

    CCleaner vs NiniteCCleaner pricing and details

  3. Setapp

    One subscription for a catalog of 300+ Mac and iOS apps

    • Setapp starts at $14.99 / month + tax, or $107.88 / year (Mac plan). Ninite starts at $1 per machine / year (Nintune); Ninite Pro starts at $1 per machine / month.
    • Ninite has a free plan. Setapp does not, though it has a free trial.
    • Only Setapp lists macOS and iOS apps.
    • Only Ninite lists a web app.
    • Only Ninite lists a Windows app.

    Suits: Mac users who would otherwise buy several utilities separately

    Setapp vs NiniteSetapp pricing and details

  4. CleanMyMac

    Mac cleanup, malware removal and maintenance in one app

    • CleanMyMac starts at $39.99 / year on the US Mac App Store (MacPaw's site: from $3.33 / month). Ninite starts at $1 per machine / year (Nintune); Ninite Pro starts at $1 per machine / month.
    • Ninite has a free plan. CleanMyMac does not, though it has a free trial.
    • Only CleanMyMac lists a macOS app.
    • Only Ninite lists a web app.
    • Only Ninite lists a Windows app.

    Suits: Mac owners who want cleanup, malware scanning and app removal in one app

    CleanMyMac vs NiniteCleanMyMac pricing and details

Limits worth knowing in Ninite

  • Windows only: Ninite works on Windows 11, 10, 8.x and 7 and the equivalent Server versions.
  • The free website is licensed for personal use only; anyone paid to run Ninite is asked to subscribe to Ninite Pro.
  • Only apps in Ninite's own catalog are covered, and Ninite Pro has no built-in support for custom applications.
  • The $1 per machine per year Nintune plan requires Microsoft Intune and does not include Ninite Pro or the Ninite Agent.
Ninite pricing and details

Common questions

What are the alternatives to Ninite?

The alternatives to Ninite in this directory are UniGetUI, CCleaner, Setapp and CleanMyMac. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with Ninite.

Is there a free alternative to Ninite?

Yes. UniGetUI is free to use. CCleaner has a free plan alongside paid ones.

Which Ninite alternatives work on macOS?

The Ninite listing does not include a macOS app. UniGetUI, CCleaner, Setapp and CleanMyMac list one.

Which Ninite alternatives work on Linux?

The Ninite listing does not include a Linux app. UniGetUI lists one.

Is there an open-source alternative to Ninite?

UniGetUI is described as open source on its own site.

When were these prices checked?

Each listing shows its own date. On this page they run from Oct 4, 2026 to Oct 9, 2026. Vendors change prices without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.

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