Direct File Manager AlternativesPackage Managers & Software Installers like Direct File Manager

Direct File Manager is described as 'Very simple command line application downloader. Simply enter the name of the application or partial. There are no dependancies, install anywhere, and even add to environmental variables for global use. Very small footprint. No installer, so does not mess with registries' and is a Package Manager in the os & utilities category. There are more than 25 alternatives to Direct File Manager, not only websites but also apps for a variety of platforms, including Windows, Linux, Mac and Flatpak apps. The best Direct File Manager alternative is Ninite, which is free. Other great sites and apps similar to Direct File Manager are Chocolatey, Scoop, Homebrew and Patch My PC.

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  1. Ninite icon

    Ninite

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    Ninite is the easiest way to install software. Pick the apps you want, and the Ninite installer will download and install all of your selected apps at once, automatically. It is 100% hands-free; Ninite automatically rejects browser toolbars and other prepackaged junk.

    76 Ninite alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

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    • Windows
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    • Ninite is the most popular Windows alternative to Direct File Manager.

    • Ninite is the most popular free alternative to Direct File Manager.

    • Ninite is Freemium and ProprietaryDirect File Manager is Free and Proprietary
    • Ninite is LightweightDirect File Manager is not according to our users
  2. Chocolatey icon

    Chocolatey

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    Windows-centric package manager streamlining software updates without registration. Privacy-focused, ad-free, open-source, lightweight, and supports a command-line interface for efficiency and ease of use.

    72 Chocolatey alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Open Source

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    Platforms

    • Windows
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    • Chocolatey is the most popular Open Source alternative to Direct File Manager.

    • Chocolatey is Freemium and Open SourceDirect File Manager is Free and Proprietary
    • Chocolatey is Lightweight and Privacy focusedDirect File Manager is not according to our users
  5. Homebrew icon

    Homebrew

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    Homebrew is the easiest and most flexible way to install the UNIX tools Apple didn’t include with macOS. Also available for Linux.

    60 Homebrew alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Linux
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    • Homebrew is the most popular Mac & Linux alternative to Direct File Manager.

    • Homebrew is Free and Open SourceDirect File Manager is Free and Proprietary
    • Homebrew is LightweightDirect File Manager is not according to our users
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    Patch My PC

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    Patch My PC Home Updater is a free, user-friendly software designed to keep over 300 applications on your computer up-to-date. It automates the process of updating and installing apps, ensuring your system is secure and running smoothly without the hassle of manual updates1.

    68 Patch My PC alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Pay once
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Windows
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    • Patch My PC is the most popular commercial alternative to Direct File Manager.

    • Patch My PC is Paid and ProprietaryDirect File Manager is Free and Proprietary
    • Patch My PC is LightweightDirect File Manager is not according to our users
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    Synaptic

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    Synaptic is a graphical package management program for apt. It provides the same features as the apt-get command line utility with a GUI front-end based on Gtk+.

    56 Synaptic alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Linux
    • Debian
    • Xfce
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  12. Ketarin icon

    Ketarin

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    Ketarin is a small application which automatically updates and optionally installs setup packages by monitoring web pages for changes. As opposed to other tools, Ketarin is not meant to keep your system up-to-date (like a package manager), but rather to maintain a compilation of...

    46 Ketarin alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

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    Platforms

    • Windows
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    Npackd

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    Npackd (pronounced "unpacked") is an application store/package manager/marketplace for applications for Windows. It helps you to find and install software, keep your system up-to-date and uninstall it if no longer necessary.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

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    Platforms

    • Windows
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  14. UCheck icon

    UCheck

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    UCheck is a tool that will help you to keep your software updated. You can scan your machine for outdated software and perform an automated update to latest version.

    40 UCheck alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Proprietary

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    Platforms

    • Windows
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