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Process Lasso alternatives
As of Nov 12, 2026, the highest-graded Process Lasso alternative is Everything (2.8 GPA). It's also the best free one.
Process Lasso compared with 3 alternatives: AutoHotkey, Everything and Microsoft PowerToys.
Process Lasso has a free plan. Paid plans start at $23.97 once for a Single PC lifetime license, or $2.97 a month. All 3 alternatives are free or have a free plan.
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At a glance
| Tool | Price | Free plan | Runs on |
|---|---|---|---|
| Process LassoThis tool | Free plan · from $23.97 one-time | Yes | Windows |
| AutoHotkey | Free | Free | Windows |
| Everything | Free | Free | Windows |
| Microsoft PowerToys | Free | Free | Windows |
Price against what you get
Process Lasso starts at $2.97 a month and scores 2.0 out of 4 on features, ease of use and platforms. None of the 2 alternatives on this chart both scores higher and starts lower.
AutoHotkey and Everything start lower without scoring higher.
Features, ease of use and platforms, averaged
What paid plans start at, a month (each step along is roughly double) →
- The best score at each price
- Has a free plan
- No free plan
How each one differs from Process Lasso
AutoHotkey
Free, open-source scripting language for Windows automation
- AutoHotkey is free.
- AutoHotkey is open source, according to its own site.
- AutoHotkey also covers text expansion and keyboard and mouse remapping.
- AutoHotkey does not cover system monitor, which Process Lasso does.
Suits: Windows users who want custom hotkeys and key remaps at no cost
Everything
Instant file and folder name search for Windows
- Everything is free.
- Everything also covers file management.
- Everything does not cover workflow automation and system monitor, which Process Lasso does.
Suits: Windows users who want to find files and folders by name as they type
Microsoft PowerToys
Free Microsoft utilities for customizing Windows 10 and 11
- Microsoft PowerToys is free.
- Microsoft PowerToys is open source, according to its own site.
- Microsoft PowerToys also covers launcher, window management, file management and keyboard and mouse remapping.
- Microsoft PowerToys does not cover workflow automation and system monitor, which Process Lasso does.
Suits: Windows users who want window layouts, a launcher and key remapping from one free install
Limits worth knowing in Process Lasso
- Windows 7 to 11 and Server 2012 to 2025 only.
- After the trial, adding rules for CPU Limiter, Hard Throttling, Instance Balancer and some other features needs Pro, and the free version may show a nag.
- Entire Home licenses are for non-commercial use only; businesses buy a 5 PC volume pack, priced separately.
- The vendor offers a 30-day money-back guarantee on every payment.
Common questions
What are the alternatives to Process Lasso?
The alternatives to Process Lasso in this directory are AutoHotkey, Everything and Microsoft PowerToys. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with Process Lasso.
Is there a free alternative to Process Lasso?
Yes. AutoHotkey, Everything and Microsoft PowerToys are free to use.
Is there an open-source alternative to Process Lasso?
AutoHotkey and Microsoft PowerToys 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 Nov 12, 2026. Vendors change prices without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.
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