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TextExpander alternatives with a Linux app

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

TextExpander has a free plan. Paid plans start at $5 per user / month, billed annually ($60). 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 TextExpander

  1. Espanso

    Open-source text expander for Windows, macOS and Linux

    • Espanso is free. TextExpander starts at $5 per user / month, billed annually ($60).
    • Only Espanso lists a Linux app.
    • Only TextExpander lists an iOS app.
    • Only TextExpander lists a browser extension.
    Espanso vs TextExpanderEspanso pricing and details

  2. 7-Zip

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

    • 7-Zip is free. TextExpander starts at $5 per user / month, billed annually ($60).
    • Only 7-Zip lists a Linux app.
    • Only TextExpander lists an iOS app.
    • Only TextExpander lists a browser extension.
    7-Zip pricing and details

  3. LocalSend

    Open-source file sharing between nearby devices, no cloud

    • LocalSend is free. TextExpander starts at $5 per user / month, billed annually ($60).
    • Only LocalSend lists a web app.
    • Only LocalSend lists Linux and Android apps.
    • Only TextExpander lists a browser extension.
    LocalSend pricing and details

  4. CopyQ

    Open-source clipboard manager with tabs, commands and scripting

    • CopyQ is free. TextExpander starts at $5 per user / month, billed annually ($60).
    • Only CopyQ lists a Linux app.
    • Only TextExpander lists an iOS app.
    • Only TextExpander lists a browser extension.
    CopyQ pricing and details

  5. BleachBit

    Free, open-source disk cleaner for Windows and Linux

    • BleachBit is free. TextExpander starts at $5 per user / month, billed annually ($60).
    • Only BleachBit lists a Linux app.
    • Only TextExpander lists macOS and iOS apps.
    • Only TextExpander lists a browser extension.
    BleachBit pricing and details

  6. Synergy

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

    • Synergy starts at $15 one-time payment (Synergy 3 Lite, personal use). TextExpander starts at $5 per user / month, billed annually ($60).
    • TextExpander has a free plan. Synergy does not, though it has a free trial.
    • Only Synergy lists a Linux app.
    • Only TextExpander lists an iOS app.
    Synergy pricing and details

  7. WinRAR

    Windows archive manager for RAR and ZIP files

    • WinRAR starts at $29 one-time, single-user license (excluding VAT). TextExpander starts at $5 per user / month, billed annually ($60).
    • TextExpander has a free plan. WinRAR does not, though it has a free trial.
    • Only WinRAR lists Linux and Android apps.
    • Only TextExpander lists an iOS app.
    WinRAR 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). TextExpander starts at $5 per user / month, billed annually ($60).
    • Only f.lux lists a Linux app.
    • Only TextExpander lists an iOS app.
    • Only TextExpander lists a browser extension.
    f.lux pricing and details

  9. Ueli

    Cross-platform keystroke launcher for Windows, macOS and Linux

    • Ueli is free. TextExpander starts at $5 per user / month, billed annually ($60).
    • Only Ueli lists a Linux app.
    • Only TextExpander lists an iOS app.
    • Only TextExpander lists a browser extension.
    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). TextExpander starts at $5 per user / month, billed annually ($60).
    • Only Numi lists a Linux app.
    • Only TextExpander lists an iOS app.
    • Only TextExpander lists a browser extension.
    Numi pricing and details

  11. UniGetUI

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

    • UniGetUI is free. TextExpander starts at $5 per user / month, billed annually ($60).
    • Only UniGetUI lists a Linux app.
    • Only TextExpander lists an iOS app.
    • Only TextExpander lists a browser extension.
    UniGetUI pricing and details

  12. Flameshot

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

    • Flameshot is free. TextExpander starts at $5 per user / month, billed annually ($60).
    • Only Flameshot lists a Linux app.
    • Only TextExpander lists an iOS app.
    • Only TextExpander lists a browser extension.
    Flameshot pricing and details

Common questions

Which TextExpander alternatives have a Linux app?

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

Does TextExpander have a Linux app?

The TextExpander listing does not include a Linux app. It lists macOS, Windows, iOS and Browser extension.

Which of these desktop utilities are free?

Espanso, 7-Zip, LocalSend, CopyQ, BleachBit, 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 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 TextExpander: the alternatives its listing names first, then the tools that share the most features with it.