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OnyX alternatives with a Linux app

The OnyX listing does not include a Linux app. 12 of the 93 other desktop utilities in this directory list a Linux app.

OnyX is free to use. 10 of them are free or have a free plan.

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

How each one differs from OnyX

  1. BleachBit

    Free, open-source disk cleaner for Windows and Linux

    • BleachBit is free. OnyX is free.
    • Only BleachBit lists Windows and Linux apps.
    • Only OnyX lists a macOS app.
    • BleachBit is open source, according to its own site.
    BleachBit pricing and details

  2. 7-Zip

    Free, open-source file archiver with the 7z format

    • 7-Zip is free. OnyX is free.
    • Only 7-Zip lists Windows and Linux apps.
    • 7-Zip is open source, according to its own site.
    • 7-Zip also covers file compression.
    7-Zip pricing and details

  3. LocalSend

    Open-source file sharing between nearby devices, no cloud

    • LocalSend is free. OnyX is free.
    • Only LocalSend lists a web app.
    • Only LocalSend lists Windows, Linux, Android and iOS apps.
    • LocalSend is open source and end-to-end encrypted, according to its own site.
    LocalSend pricing and details

  4. CopyQ

    Open-source clipboard manager with tabs, commands and scripting

    • CopyQ is free. OnyX is free.
    • Only CopyQ lists Windows and Linux apps.
    • CopyQ is open source, according to its own site.
    • CopyQ also covers clipboard manager.
    CopyQ pricing and details

  5. Synergy

    Share one keyboard and mouse across Windows, Mac and Linux PCs

    • Synergy starts at $15 one-time payment (Synergy 3 Lite, personal use). OnyX is free.
    • OnyX has a free plan. Synergy does not, though it has a free trial.
    • Only Synergy lists Windows and Linux apps.
    • Synergy can be bought with a one-time purchase.
    Synergy pricing and details

  6. WinRAR

    Windows archive manager for RAR and ZIP files

    • WinRAR starts at $29 one-time, single-user license (excluding VAT). OnyX is free.
    • OnyX has a free plan. WinRAR does not, though it has a free trial.
    • Only WinRAR lists Windows, Linux and Android apps.
    • WinRAR can be bought with a one-time purchase.
    WinRAR pricing and details

  7. Espanso

    Open-source text expander for Windows, macOS and Linux

    • Espanso is free. OnyX is free.
    • Only Espanso lists Windows and Linux apps.
    • Espanso is open source, according to its own site.
    • Espanso also covers text expansion.
    Espanso pricing and details

  8. f.lux

    Warms your screen's color at night to match the time of day

    • f.lux starts at $24 per device, one-time (Windows Corporate Edition). OnyX is free.
    • Only f.lux lists Windows and Linux apps.
    • f.lux also covers menu bar app and display control.
    • OnyX also covers disk cleanup.
    f.lux pricing and details

  9. Ueli

    Cross-platform keystroke launcher for Windows, macOS and Linux

    • Ueli is free. OnyX is free.
    • Only Ueli lists Windows and Linux apps.
    • Ueli is open source, according to its own site.
    • Ueli also covers launcher and calculator.
    Ueli pricing and details

  10. Numi

    Text-based calculator for Mac with unit and currency conversion

    • Numi starts at $29.99 one-time purchase (Numi License). OnyX is free.
    • Only Numi lists Windows and Linux apps.
    • Numi can be bought with a one-time purchase.
    • Numi also covers natural-language input and calculator.
    Numi pricing and details

  11. UniGetUI

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

    • UniGetUI is free. OnyX is free.
    • Only UniGetUI lists Windows and Linux apps.
    • UniGetUI is open source, according to its own site.
    • UniGetUI also covers workflow automation.
    UniGetUI pricing and details

  12. Flameshot

    Free, open-source screenshot tool with on-screen annotation

    • Flameshot is free. OnyX is free.
    • Only Flameshot lists Windows and Linux apps.
    • Flameshot is open source, according to its own site.
    • Flameshot also covers screenshots.
    Flameshot pricing and details

Common questions

Which OnyX alternatives have a Linux app?

BleachBit, 7-Zip, LocalSend, CopyQ, Synergy, WinRAR, Espanso, f.lux and 4 more list a Linux app.

Does OnyX have a Linux app?

The OnyX listing does not include a Linux app. It lists macOS.

Which of these desktop utilities are free?

BleachBit, 7-Zip, LocalSend, CopyQ, Espanso, f.lux, Ueli, Numi and 2 more are free or have a free plan.

When was this checked?

Each listing shows its own date. On this page they run from Oct 5, 2026 to Oct 9, 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 OnyX: the alternatives its listing names first, then the tools that share the most features with it.