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Wox alternatives

As of Nov 13, 2026, the highest-graded Wox alternative is Launchy (3.0 GPA). It's also the best free one.

Wox compared with 8 alternatives: Ulauncher, Albert, Keypirinha, Launchy, Cerebro and 3 more.

Wox is free to use. All 8 alternatives are free or have a free plan.

Listings checked up to Nov 13, 2026 · Where the facts come from

At a glance

ToolPriceFree planRuns on
WoxThis toolFreeFreemacOS, Windows, Linux
UlauncherFreeFreeLinux
AlbertFreeFreemacOS, Linux
KeypirinhaFreeFreeWindows
LaunchyFreeFreemacOS, Windows, Linux
CerebroFreeFreemacOS, Windows, Linux
ExecutorFreeFreeWindows
Fluent SearchFreeFreeWindows
VicinaeFreeFreemacOS, Windows, Linux

Price against what you get

Wox has no paid plan and scores 2.0 out of 4 on features, ease of use and platforms. None of the 8 alternatives on this chart both scores higher and starts lower.

Launchy scores higher without starting lower.

Features, ease of use and platforms, averaged

D1.0C2.0B3.0A4.0Free$0.5$1$2$5$10More for lessCosts more, scores moreCosts less, scores lessCosts more, scores lessWoxUlauncherAlbertKeypirinhaLaunchyCerebroExecutor

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
The full chart of window managers and launchers, and the best at every price

How each one differs from Wox

  1. Ulauncher

    Open-source application launcher for Linux with extensions

    • Ulauncher is free.
    • Ulauncher lists no Windows and macOS apps, which Wox has.
    • Ulauncher does not cover clipboard manager and window management, which Wox does.

    Suits: Linux desktop users who want a lightweight launcher

    Ulauncher vs WoxUlauncher pricing and details

  2. Albert

    Plugin-based keyboard launcher for Linux and macOS

    • Albert is free.
    • Albert lists no Windows app, which Wox has.
    • Albert does not cover clipboard manager and window management, which Wox does.

    Suits: Linux users who want a plugin-driven launcher

    Albert vs WoxAlbert pricing and details

  3. Keypirinha

    Free keyboard launcher for Windows with Python plugins

    • Keypirinha is free.
    • Keypirinha lists no macOS and Linux apps, which Wox has.
    • Keypirinha does not cover clipboard manager and window management, which Wox does.

    Suits: Windows users who want a free, keyboard-only launcher

    Keypirinha vs WoxKeypirinha pricing and details

  4. Launchy

    Open-source keystroke launcher with plugins and skins

    • Launchy is free.
    • Launchy does not cover clipboard manager and window management, which Wox does.

    Suits: Users who want a small, long-established launcher

    Launchy vs WoxLaunchy pricing and details

  5. Cerebro

    Free open-source Electron launcher for Windows, Mac and Linux

    • Cerebro is free.
    • Cerebro does not cover clipboard manager and window management, which Wox does.

    Suits: Users who want one free launcher across Windows, Mac and Linux

    Cerebro vs WoxCerebro pricing and details

  6. Executor

    Free MIT-licensed keyword launcher built only for Windows

    • Executor is free.
    • Executor lists no macOS and Linux apps, which Wox has.
    • Executor also covers calculator.
    • Executor does not cover window management, which Wox does.

    Suits: Windows users who want a light launcher without plugins or accounts

    Executor vs WoxExecutor pricing and details

  7. Vicinae

    Keyboard-driven launcher for Linux, macOS and Windows

    • Vicinae is free.
    • Vicinae also covers calculator.

    Suits: Linux users who want a Raycast-style launcher

    Vicinae vs WoxVicinae pricing and details

Limits worth knowing in Wox

  • Linux support is listed, but the install options are mainly package managers such as AUR.
  • AI chat and AI commands need access to a model; the pages read do not say whether that is included or needs your own key.
  • The domain wox.one is no longer the project's site; the project now lives at woxlauncher.com.
  • It is a community project with no paid support option stated.
Wox pricing and details

Common questions

What are the alternatives to Wox?

The alternatives to Wox in this directory are Ulauncher, Albert, Keypirinha, Launchy, Cerebro, Executor, Fluent Search and Vicinae. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with Wox.

Is there a free alternative to Wox?

Yes. Ulauncher, Albert, Keypirinha, Launchy, Cerebro, Executor, Fluent Search and Vicinae are free to use.

When were these prices checked?

Each listing shows its own date. On this page they run from Nov 12, 2026 to Nov 13, 2026. Vendors change prices without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.