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Mozilla Firefox
Free • Open Source
Web Browser
Mac
Windows
Linux
Android
iPhone
Android Tablet
BSD
iPad
AppImageHub
Snapcraft
Flathub
PortableApps.com
Haiku
Homebrew
Chocolatey
Gecko
Flatpak
230 alternatives to Mozilla Firefox
Firefox is a cross-platform web browser developed by the Mozilla Foundation. Firefox is a popular product, used in over 50 languages and available for Windows, macOS, Linux, Android and iOS.
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Mozilla Firefox Features
1. Privacy focusedMozilla Firefox is considered a privacy friendly alternative.
2. Extensible by Plugins/ExtensionsMozilla Firefox can be extended with add-ons, plugins and extensions.
3. Cloud SyncSync your data (notes, documents, bookmarks, etc.) across your different devices and to the cloud.
4. Block TrackersMozilla Firefox has a feature to block trackers from tracking you.
5. Picture in PictureMozilla Firefox allows you to put a video, web page or app in a floating window (always on top of other windows).
6. PortableMozilla Firefox can be used from a USB stick or similar with no prior installation.
7. Dark ModeMozilla Firefox supports dark mode for comfortable usage in low light conditions.
8. Ad-freeMozilla Firefox doesn't contain any form of external advertising.
9. Full-page ScreenshotMozilla Firefox can capture complete (scrolling) web pages from your web browser.
Customizable
Security focused
Non profit
Tracking Protection
Privacy settings
Add-ons
AdBlock Friendly
Support for HTML5
Website screenshots
Themes
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Stremio
Free • Open Source
Video Streaming App
Media Center
Media Player
Mac
Windows
Linux
Android
iPhone
Android Tablet
Flathub
Flatpak
67 alternatives to Stremio
Media center allowing to watch movies, series, YouTube channels instantly. You can watch in HD, with subtitles, and easily cast any file to TV through DLNA, Chromecast, AppleTV!

Stremio also gives you notifications for new episodes / movies.
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Stremio Features
1. No registration requiredYou can use most of the features in Stremio without registration.
2. Dark ModeStremio supports dark mode for comfortable usage in low light conditions.
3. Personalized RecommendationsStremio can recommend content you like, whether it's something you already know or not.
4. Cloud SyncSync your data (notes, documents, bookmarks, etc.) across your different devices and to the cloud.
5. Chromecast SupportCast your content to a Chromecast connected device with Stremio.
Automatic subtitles download
Casting to TV
Torrent player
TV Streaming
Built-in subtitle search
Media library
Built-in player
No Buffering
Stream video to Apple TV
PS4 Streaming
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VLC Media Player
Free • Open Source
Media Player
Audio Player
Internet Radio Service
Mac
Windows
Linux
Android
iPhone
Android Tablet
BSD
iPad
AppImageHub
Apple Watch
Snapcraft
Google Chrome
Apple TV
Flathub
PortableApps.com
F-Droid
Kindle Fire
Haiku
Homebrew
Chocolatey
Android TV
277 alternatives to VLC Media Player
VLC is a free and open source cross-platform multimedia player and framework that plays most multimedia files as well as DVDs, Audio CDs, VCDs, and various streaming protocols.
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VLC Media Player Features
1. LightweightVLC Media Player consumes less device resources compared to similar apps.
2. Ad-freeVLC Media Player doesn't contain any form of external advertising.
3. Support for ThemesYou can use themes and templates to change the look and feel of VLC Media Player.
4. Extensible by Plugins/ExtensionsVLC Media Player can be extended with add-ons, plugins and extensions.
5. No registration requiredYou can use most of the features in VLC Media Player without registration.
6. Chromecast SupportCast your content to a Chromecast connected device with VLC Media Player.
7. Support for 4KVLC Media Player supports watching, rendering or exporting 4K content (also know as UHD or Ultra HD).
8. PortableVLC Media Player can be used from a USB stick or similar with no prior installation.
9. Works OfflineVLC Media Player can be used without the need to connect to the internet.
Video playback
Built-in Media converter
Support for subtitles
Integrated Codecs
Customizable
Cross-Platform
Replay Gain
Playback speed control
Playlists management
Media Streaming
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Bitwarden
Freemium • Open Source
Password Manager
Authenticator
Mac
Windows
Linux
Online
Android
iPhone
Android Tablet
iPad
Self-Hosted
Apple Watch
Microsoft Edge
Vivaldi Browser
Google Chrome
Microsoft SQL Server
Tor Browser Bundle
Safari
F-Droid
Cloudron
Opera
Mono
Brave
Firefox
Chocolatey
Software as a Service (SaaS)
194 alternatives to Bitwarden
Bitwarden is the easiest and safest way to store your logins and passwords across all of your devices (iOS, Android, Chrome, Firefox, Opera, Windows, Mac, Linux, and more). Bitwarden is FREE and open source.
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Bitwarden Features
1. Cloud SyncSync your data (notes, documents, bookmarks, etc.) across your different devices and to the cloud.
2. Two-factor AuthenticationBitwarden supports two-factor authentication (2FA).
3. Dark ModeBitwarden supports dark mode for comfortable usage in low light conditions.
4. End-to-End EncryptionBitwarden has E2E Encryption, for entire or parts of the app.
5. FIDO U2F (2FA) supportBitwarden supports FIDO U2F / passwordless / multi-factor authentication.
6. Password SharingSecurely share passwords among friends, family and colleagues
7. Ad-freeBitwarden doesn't contain any form of external advertising.
8. Works OfflineBitwarden can be used without the need to connect to the internet.
9. LightweightBitwarden consumes less device resources compared to similar apps.
Browser integration
Password encryption
Autofill
Password Generator
Android Sync
Security focused
Multiplatform Export
Real-time sync
Web-Based
Password Migration
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Obsidian
Free Personal • Proprietary
Note-taking Tool
Todo List Manager
Task Management Tool
Mac
Windows
Linux
Android
iPhone
Android Tablet
iPad
Snapcraft
Flathub
168 alternatives to Obsidian
Powerful knowledge base that works on top of a local folder of plain text Markdown files.
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Obsidian Features
1. Support for MarkDownObsidian supports MarkDown for document formatting.
2. Works OfflineObsidian can be used without the need to connect to the internet.
3. No registration requiredYou can use most of the features in Obsidian without registration.
4. Extensible by Plugins/ExtensionsObsidian can be extended with add-ons, plugins and extensions.
5. Dark ModeObsidian supports dark mode for comfortable usage in low light conditions.
6. No TrackingObsidian will not track you or use your personal data.
7. LightweightObsidian consumes less device resources compared to similar apps.
8. Support for LaTeXObsidian supports LaTeX for text and math equation formatting.
9. PortableObsidian can be used from a USB stick or similar with no prior installation.
Local Storage
Graph view
Bidirectional links
Personal Information Manager (PIM)
Backlink
Knowledge Management
Custom themes
Note organization
Knowledge Base structuring
Write files in markdown
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7-Zip
Free • Open Source
File Archiver
File Compressor
Mac
Windows
Linux
BSD
PortableApps.com
ReactOS
110 alternatives to 7-Zip
7-Zip is a file archiver with a high compression ratio.
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7-Zip Features
1. Lightweight7-Zip consumes less device resources compared to similar apps.
2. Ad-free7-Zip doesn't contain any form of external advertising.
3. Portable7-Zip can be used from a USB stick or similar with no prior installation.
4. Windows Explorer Extension7-Zip can extend Windows Explorer in various ways, for example add context menu options, etc..
5. Works Offline7-Zip can be used without the need to connect to the internet.
6. Encrypted Backup7-Zip uses encryption algorithms to keep your files safe as well as prevent unauthorized access.
AES Encryption
User friendly
Shell integration
Built-in File Manager
Security focused
Context Menu extension
Support for Unicode
Installer extraction
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GIMP
Free • Open Source
Image Editor
Digital Painting Tool
Photo Editor
Mac
Windows
Linux
BSD
Snapcraft
Flathub
PortableApps.com
Haiku
Flatpak
AmigaOS
193 alternatives to GIMP
GIMP is a free program for such photo retouching, image composition and image authoring. Essentially it's the closest thing to Photoshop you can get for free.
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GIMP Features
1. Support for LayersGIMP supports the organization of elements through a hierarchical order that can be manipulated/viewed independently.
2. DRM FreeNo Digital rights management (DRM), i.e. no copy protection.
3. Ad-freeGIMP doesn't contain any form of external advertising.
4. Extensible by Plugins/ExtensionsGIMP can be extended with add-ons, plugins and extensions.
5. PortableGIMP can be used from a USB stick or similar with no prior installation.
6. Dark ModeGIMP supports dark mode for comfortable usage in low light conditions.
7. Custom BrushesYou can use modified/custom brushes in GIMP.
8. No registration requiredYou can use most of the features in GIMP without registration.
9. Non Destructive EditingGIMP allows you to make changes to a file without overwriting the original data, which remains available in case you want to revert to it.
Customizable
Photo effects
High-resolution images
Open PSD files
Color to Alpha
Retouch photos
Image Processing
Built-in Color picker
Select by Color
Image Masking
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LibreOffice
Free • Open Source
Office Suite
Spreadsheet App
Word Processor
Mac
Windows
Linux
BSD
PortableApps.com
Flathub
56 alternatives to LibreOffice
LibreOffice is a free and open-source office suite that is compatible with other major office suites, and is available on all operating systems. It is an independently-developed version of the OpenOffice.org suite.
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LibreOffice Features
1. Ad-freeLibreOffice doesn't contain any form of external advertising.
2. Works OfflineLibreOffice can be used without the need to connect to the internet.
3. Extensible by Plugins/ExtensionsLibreOffice can be extended with add-ons, plugins and extensions.
4. Spell CheckingLibreOffice can detect and correct all types of grammar and spelling mistakes.
5. PortableLibreOffice can be used from a USB stick or similar with no prior installation.
6. No registration requiredYou can use most of the features in LibreOffice without registration.
Compatible with Microsoft Office
Export to Word
Print to PDF
GNU/linux-libre
Multiple languages
Community-based
Built-in PDF converter
Export to office formats
Export to PDF
Multiplatform
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qBittorrent
Free • Open Source
Torrent Client
Mac
Windows
Linux
BSD
Snapcraft
PortableApps.com
Haiku
Flathub
AppImageHub
70 alternatives to qBittorrent
The qBittorrent project aims to provide a Free Software alternative to µTorrent. Additionally, qBittorrent runs and provides the same features on all major platforms (Linux, Mac OS X, Windows, OS/2, FreeBSD).
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qBittorrent Features
1. Ad-freeqBittorrent doesn't contain any form of external advertising.
2. LightweightqBittorrent consumes less device resources compared to similar apps.
3. PortableqBittorrent can be used from a USB stick or similar with no prior installation.
4. Extensible by Plugins/ExtensionsqBittorrent can be extended with add-ons, plugins and extensions.
5. Privacy focusedqBittorrent is considered a privacy friendly alternative.
Download torrents
Support for MAGNET links
Integrated Search
Sequential downloading
Simple installation
Encrypted Connection
Peer-To-Peer
User friendly
Multiple languages
Speed charts
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Joplin
Freemium • Open Source
Note-taking Tool
Todo List Manager
Mac
Windows
Linux
Android
iPhone
Android Tablet
iPad
Self-Hosted
AppImageHub
Snapcraft
Google Chrome
Flathub
Homebrew
Chocolatey
Termux
Firefox
Cloudron
593 alternatives to Joplin
Joplin is a free, open source note taking and to-do application, which can handle a large number of notes organised into notebooks. The notes are searchable, can be copied, tagged and modified either from the applications directly or from your own text editor.
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Joplin Features
1. Support for MarkDownJoplin supports MarkDown for document formatting.
2. Cloud SyncSync your data (notes, documents, bookmarks, etc.) across your different devices and to the cloud.
3. End-to-End EncryptionJoplin has E2E Encryption, for entire or parts of the app.
4. Privacy focusedJoplin is considered a privacy friendly alternative.
5. Web ClipperSave any page or content from the web with a single click with Joplin.
6. Works OfflineJoplin can be used without the need to connect to the internet.
7. Ad-freeJoplin doesn't contain any form of external advertising.
8. Hierarchical StructureOrganize your notes, pages, documents, etc., hierarchically with Joplin.
9. LightweightJoplin consumes less device resources compared to similar apps.
Local Storage
Android Sync
Tagging
Encrypted Notes
WebDAV Support
Write files in markdown
Synchronization
Multiplatform
Plugin system
Export to HTML
Top 3 alternatives
Signal
Free • Open Source
Encrypted Chat App
Instant Messenger
Group Chat App
Mac
Windows
Linux
Android
iPhone
iPad
Flathub
Ubuntu
Debian
199 alternatives to Signal
Signal is a messaging app with an unexpected focus on privacy, combined with all the features expected from a modern IM app. Signal has received a lot of praise from all around the world for its security and privacy-respecting technologies.
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Signal Features
1. End-to-End EncryptionSignal has E2E Encryption, for entire or parts of the app.
2. Privacy focusedSignal is considered a privacy friendly alternative.
3. Ad-freeSignal doesn't contain any form of external advertising.
4. Self Destructing MessagesSignal supports the use of private messages that will be auto deleted according to a specified time or action.
5. No TrackingSignal will not track you or use your personal data.
6. VoiP CallsSignal allows you to make voice calls over Internet using the Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP).
7. Dark ModeSignal supports dark mode for comfortable usage in low light conditions.
8. LightweightSignal consumes less device resources compared to similar apps.
9. Works OfflineSignal can be used without the need to connect to the internet.
Security focused
GPLv3
Encrypted Connection
Private messaging
Mobile friendly
Secure Chat
Stickers
Based on phone number
Protected by Password
Desktop Application
Top 3 alternatives
Spotify
Freemium • Proprietary
Music Streaming Service
Music Discovery Service
Audio Player
Windows
Linux
Online
Android
Chrome OS
Android Tablet
Snapcraft
Flathub
Kindle Fire
Playstation
Fire TV
Xbox
245 alternatives to Spotify
Spotify is a freemium music streaming service providing digital rights management-restricted content from record labels including Sony, EMI, Warner Music Group and Universal.
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Spotify Features
1. Dark ModeSpotify supports dark mode for comfortable usage in low light conditions.
2. Works OfflineSpotify can be used without the need to connect to the internet.
3. Personalized RecommendationsSpotify can recommend content you like, whether it's something you already know or not.
4. Collaborative PlaylistsMake any playlist collaborative to let your friends add, remove, and reorder videos and tracks.
5. Kids ModeSpotify allows you to create and manage your kids' profiles in order to protect them.
6. AirPlay SupportSpotify can stream or share content to your Mac, Apple TV, or compatible smart TV.
7. Chromecast SupportCast your content to a Chromecast connected device with Spotify.
8. IFTTT IntegrationYou can connect different services to automatically trigger actions within Spotify using IFTTT.
9. Lossless AudioSpotify has lossless audio support, basically studio quality sound.
Music Library
Smart playlists
Offline mode
Lyrics
Online Music
Create Playlist
Playlists management
Student discount
Curated playlists
Selecting songs
Top 3 alternatives
Telegram
Freemium • Proprietary
Encrypted Chat App
Instant Messenger
Group Chat App
Mac
Windows
Linux
Online
Android
iPhone
Android Tablet
HUAWEI AppGallery
Windows Phone
iPad
Apple Watch
Linux Mobile
Android Wear
PortableApps.com
FreeBSD
259 alternatives to Telegram
Telegram is a messaging app created by former VK creators with a focus on speed and security. It’s superfast, simple and free. It is like SMS, but more powerful.
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Telegram Features
1. LightweightTelegram consumes less device resources compared to similar apps.
2. Ad-freeTelegram doesn't contain any form of external advertising.
3. End-to-End EncryptionTelegram has E2E Encryption, for entire or parts of the app.
4. Privacy focusedTelegram is considered a privacy friendly alternative.
5. Dark ModeTelegram supports dark mode for comfortable usage in low light conditions.
6. VoiP CallsTelegram allows you to make voice calls over Internet using the Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP).
7. Multiple Account supportTelegram support multiple accounts without the need to logout and login
8. IFTTT IntegrationYou can connect different services to automatically trigger actions within Telegram using IFTTT.
9. Cloud SyncSync your data (notes, documents, bookmarks, etc.) across your different devices and to the cloud.
Stickers
Chat Bot
Multi Device Support
Bots
Channels
Secret chats
Integrated File Sharing
Persistent History
Cloud based
Folders
Top 3 alternatives
Visual Studio Code
Free • Proprietary
Text Editor
Code Editor
IDE
Mac
Windows
Linux
Online
Chrome OS
182 alternatives to Visual Studio Code
Visual Studio Code is a free and extensible code editor for building web, desktop, and mobile applications, using any programming language and framework.
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Visual Studio Code Features
1. Extensible by Plugins/ExtensionsVisual Studio Code can be extended with add-ons, plugins and extensions.
2. AutocompletionVisual Studio Code can predict and complete the rest of a word or phrase you're typing.
3. Syntax HighlightingVisual Studio Code supports syntax highlighting for various programming and markup languages.
4. Git SupportVisual Studio Code supports Git, a free and open source distributed version control system.
5. Support for ThemesYou can use themes and templates to change the look and feel of Visual Studio Code.
6. Dark ModeVisual Studio Code supports dark mode for comfortable usage in low light conditions.
7. Support for MarkDownVisual Studio Code supports MarkDown for document formatting.
8. Live PreviewInstantly see what your files and documents look like as you create them.
9. WYSIWYG HTML EditorVisual Studio Code allows you to make and preview changes to an application or website in real time, without needing to know code.
Customizable
Built-in terminal emulation
Code Completion
Multiple languages
C++
Source code debugging
GitHub integration
Supports Python
Graphical User Interface
Multiple Cursors
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Brave
Free • Open Source
Web Browser
Ad Blocker
Mac
Windows
Linux
Android
iPhone
Android Tablet
iPad
Homebrew
Chocolatey
Flathub
Snapcraft
223 alternatives to Brave
Brave Web Browser is a fast, free, secure web browser with a built-in ad blocker*, tracking and security protection, and optimized data and battery experience.
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Brave Features
1. Privacy focusedBrave is considered a privacy friendly alternative.
2. Block TrackersBrave has a feature to block trackers from tracking you.
3. No TrackingBrave will not track you or use your personal data.
4. Built-in VPNBrave has a built-in VPN feature that enhances your privacy and allows you to browse the web from anywhere.
5. Extensible by Plugins/ExtensionsBrave can be extended with add-ons, plugins and extensions.
6. Dark ModeBrave supports dark mode for comfortable usage in low light conditions.
7. Cloud SyncSync your data (notes, documents, bookmarks, etc.) across your different devices and to the cloud.
8. No registration requiredYou can use most of the features in Brave without registration.
9. PortableBrave can be used from a USB stick or similar with no prior installation.
Built-in Ad-blocker
Support for TOR
Chromium-based Browsers
Built-in Script Blocker
Cryptocurrency rewards
Fingerprinting protection
Security focused
HTTPS Support
Earn Money
AdBlock Friendly
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