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Open-source alternatives to PhraseExpress

PhraseExpress is not described as open source on its own site. 26 of the 70 other desktop utilities in this directory are open source, according to their own sites.

PhraseExpress's current pricing could not be confirmed from its own site. All of them are free or have a free plan.

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

The 12 closest to PhraseExpress

  1. Espanso

    Open-source text expander for Windows, macOS and Linux

    • Only Espanso lists a Linux app.
    • Only PhraseExpress lists an iOS app.
    • Espanso is open source, according to its own site.
    • PhraseExpress can be bought with a one-time purchase.
    Espanso vs PhraseExpressEspanso pricing and details

  2. AutoHotkey

    Free, open-source scripting language for Windows automation

    • Only PhraseExpress lists macOS and iOS apps.
    • AutoHotkey is open source, according to its own site.
    • PhraseExpress can be bought with a one-time purchase.
    • AutoHotkey also covers workflow automation and keyboard and mouse remapping.
    AutoHotkey vs PhraseExpressAutoHotkey pricing and details

  3. Maccy

    Lightweight, open-source clipboard manager for macOS

    • Only PhraseExpress lists Windows and iOS apps.
    • Maccy is open source, according to its own site.
    • PhraseExpress can be bought with a one-time purchase.
    • Maccy also covers menu bar app.
    Maccy pricing and details

  4. Ditto

    Free, open-source clipboard manager for Windows

    • Only PhraseExpress lists macOS and iOS apps.
    • Ditto is open source, according to its own site.
    • PhraseExpress can be bought with a one-time purchase.
    • PhraseExpress also covers templates and text expansion.
    Ditto pricing and details

  5. CopyQ

    Open-source clipboard manager with tabs, commands and scripting

    • Only CopyQ lists a Linux app.
    • Only PhraseExpress lists an iOS app.
    • CopyQ is open source, according to its own site.
    • PhraseExpress can be bought with a one-time purchase.
    CopyQ pricing and details

  6. Microsoft PowerToys

    Free Microsoft utilities for customizing Windows 10 and 11

    • Only PhraseExpress lists macOS and iOS apps.
    • Microsoft PowerToys is open source, according to its own site.
    • PhraseExpress can be bought with a one-time purchase.
    • Microsoft PowerToys also covers launcher, window management, file management and keyboard and mouse remapping.
    Microsoft PowerToys pricing and details

  7. AltTab

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

    • Only PhraseExpress lists Windows and iOS apps.
    • AltTab is open source, according to its own site.
    • AltTab also covers window management.
    • PhraseExpress also covers templates, clipboard manager and text expansion.
    AltTab pricing and details

  8. Quicksilver

    Free, open-source keyboard launcher for macOS

    • Only PhraseExpress lists Windows and iOS apps.
    • Quicksilver is open source, according to its own site.
    • PhraseExpress can be bought with a one-time purchase.
    • Quicksilver also covers launcher.
    Quicksilver pricing and details

  9. Rectangle

    Free, open-source window snapping for macOS

    • Only PhraseExpress lists Windows and iOS apps.
    • Rectangle is open source, according to its own site.
    • PhraseExpress can be bought with a one-time purchase.
    • Rectangle also covers window management.
    Rectangle pricing and details

  10. Karabiner-Elements

    Free, open-source keyboard customizer for macOS

    • Only PhraseExpress lists Windows and iOS apps.
    • Karabiner-Elements is open source, according to its own site.
    • PhraseExpress can be bought with a one-time purchase.
    • Karabiner-Elements also covers menu bar app and keyboard and mouse remapping.
    Karabiner-Elements pricing and details

  11. 7-Zip

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

    • Only 7-Zip lists a Linux app.
    • Only PhraseExpress lists an iOS app.
    • 7-Zip is open source, according to its own site.
    • PhraseExpress can be bought with a one-time purchase.
    7-Zip pricing and details

  12. Stats

    Free, open-source system monitor for the Mac menu bar

    • Only PhraseExpress lists Windows and iOS apps.
    • Stats is open source, according to its own site.
    • PhraseExpress can be bought with a one-time purchase.
    • Stats also covers menu bar app and system monitor.
    Stats pricing and details

14 more that are open source

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Common questions

Is there an open-source alternative to PhraseExpress?

Yes. Espanso, AutoHotkey, Maccy, Ditto, CopyQ, Microsoft PowerToys, AltTab, Quicksilver and 18 more are open source, according to their own sites.

Is PhraseExpress open source?

PhraseExpress is not described as open source on its own site. The listing was checked on Oct 9, 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 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 PhraseExpress: the alternatives its listing names first, then the tools that share the most features with it.