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Ueli

Cross-platform keystroke launcher for Windows, macOS and Linux

FreeUtilitiesChecked Oct 9, 2026
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What is Ueli?

Ueli is a free, open-source keystroke launcher for Windows, macOS and Linux, written by Oliver Schwendener. A hotkey, Alt+Space by default, opens a search window for launching applications, and built-in extensions add file search, browser bookmarks, a calculator, currency conversion, web search and system commands. It is MIT licensed and listed free on the Microsoft Store; the Windows and macOS builds published on GitHub are unsigned.

Ueli is free to use. See every plan

Good for

  • People who want the same launcher on Windows, macOS and Linux
  • Windows users who want a free keyboard launcher from the Microsoft Store
  • Users who prefer open-source software with no paid tier

Worth knowing

  • The GitHub builds are unsigned, and not notarized on macOS, so Windows and macOS block them until the user allows the app manually.
  • File search on Windows depends on Everything and its command-line interface being installed and running.
  • Global hotkeys may not work under Wayland sessions on Linux; the README suggests binding a system shortcut to the ueli command.
  • The DeepL Translator extension needs the user's own DeepL API key, which a free developer account provides.

Key features

Application search
Alt+Space shows or hides the search window. Type to filter, move through results with the arrow keys and press Enter to launch the selected item.
Built-in extensions
Extensions are switched on or off in the settings and include Browser Bookmarks, Web Search, Custom Web Search, DeepL Translator, Visual Studio Code, JetBrains Toolbox and System Settings.
File search
Searches files and folders using mdfind on macOS and Everything on Windows, where Everything and its command-line interface must be installed and running.
Calculator and conversions
Calculations and unit conversions such as 2 inch to cm run in the search field, and a currency extension converts amounts at current exchange rates. Enter copies the result.
Favorites and additional actions
Cmd+K on macOS or Ctrl+K on Windows and Linux opens further actions for a result, including Add to Favorites, which keeps that item first in the results.
System commands
Operating system commands such as shutdown, restart, sign out, lock and sleep can be searched for and run with Enter on Windows and macOS.

Ueli pricing

Starts at
Free
Free plan
The whole app is free and open source under the MIT license, and its Microsoft Store listing is priced at 0. The website has a Sponsor link for supporting development.
Free trial
None listed
Ueli$0The complete launcher with all built-in extensions, from the Microsoft Store or winget on Windows and from the GitHub releases page for macOS and Linux.

Read from apps.microsoft.com on Oct 9, 2026. Prices change, so confirm with Ueli before you buy.

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Common questions

Is Ueli free?

Yes. Ueli is free to use. The whole app is free and open source under the MIT license, and its Microsoft Store listing is priced at 0. The website has a Sponsor link for supporting development.

How much does Ueli cost?

Ueli lists one plan. Ueli: $0. Prices were read from apps.microsoft.com on Oct 9, 2026.

What platforms does Ueli work on?

Ueli is available on Windows, macOS and Linux.

Does Ueli have an Android app?

No Android app was listed when its pages were read on Oct 9, 2026. Ueli is listed for Windows, macOS and Linux.

Does Ueli have an iPhone app?

No iPhone app was listed when its pages were read on Oct 9, 2026. Ueli is listed for Windows, macOS and Linux.

Is Ueli open source?

Yes. Ueli is open source, according to its own site.

What does Ueli integrate with?

Ueli's listing names Everything, DeepL, Visual Studio Code, JetBrains Toolbox and WinGet. A listing names up to eight integrations, so it may connect to more.

Who makes Ueli?

Ueli is made by Oliver Schwendener.

What are the alternatives to Ueli?

The closest alternatives to Ueli in our directory are Flow Launcher, Raycast, Alfred, Listary and Microsoft PowerToys. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with Ueli.

Sources for this page

The prices, plans, platforms and features above were read from these pages on Oct 9, 2026.