Homebrew Alternatives for Windows

Homebrew is not available for Windows but there are plenty of alternatives that runs on Windows with similar functionality. The best Windows alternative is Chocolatey, which is both free and Open Source. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 25 alternatives to Homebrew and 14 are available for Windows so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting Windows alternatives to Homebrew are Ninite, scoop, Patch My PC and Windows Package Manager CLI.

Homebrew alternatives are mainly Package Managers but may also be Software Installers or App Stores. Filter by these if you want a narrower list of alternatives or looking for a specific functionality of Homebrew.

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Chocolatey
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Freemium • Open Source
Package Manager
Software Installer
Windows
67 alternatives to Chocolatey
Chocolatey NuGet is a Machine Package Manager, somewhat like apt-get, but built with Windows in mind. It is built on top of NuGet command line and the NuGet infrastructure.
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Chocolatey Features
1. Command line interfaceChocolatey either have CLI support or is a CLI-only app.
2. Ad-freeChocolatey doesn't contain any form of external advertising.
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Software Management
Support for NodeJS
Chocolatey vs Homebrew opinions
Almost everyone thinks Chocolatey is a great alternative to Homebrew.
Ninite
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Freemium • Proprietary
Software Installer
Software Updater
Windows
76 alternatives to Ninite
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.

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Ninite won't give you access to hundreds of open source and CLI softwares like Homebrew does.
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scoop
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Free • Open Source
Software Installer
Package Manager
Windows
28 alternatives to scoop
A command-line installer for Windows.
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scoop Features
1. Command line interfacescoop either have CLI support or is a CLI-only app.
2. Portablescoop can be used from a USB stick or similar with no prior installation.
3. Lightweightscoop consumes less device resources compared to similar apps.
Patch My PC
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Free Personal • Proprietary
Software Updater
Windows
74 alternatives to Patch My PC
Patch My PC is a small portable application that updates third party applications and Windows updates. It’s critical to keep software up to date to ensure vulnerabilities are patched. There are currently almost 100 third-party applications that Patch My PC can silently update...
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Patch My PC Features
1. PortablePatch My PC can be used from a USB stick or similar with no prior installation.
2. LightweightPatch My PC consumes less device resources compared to similar apps.
3. Ad-freePatch My PC doesn't contain any form of external advertising.
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Windows Package Manager CLI
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Free • Open Source
Software Installer
Package Manager
Software Updater
Windows
9 alternatives to Windows Package Manager CLI
Microsoft's open-source CLI packager manager for Windows.
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Windows Package Manager CLI Features
1. Command line interfaceWindows Package Manager CLI either have CLI support or is a CLI-only app.
Package Installing
WingetUI
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Free • Open Source
Software Installer
Software Updater
Windows
9 alternatives to WingetUI
WingetUI is an open source frontend for some Windows Package Manager commands that may be used to install, uninstall and update programs on Windows PCs.
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WingetUI Features
1. Dark ModeWingetUI supports dark mode for comfortable usage in low light conditions.
2. Ad-freeWingetUI doesn't contain any form of external advertising.
3. LightweightWingetUI consumes less device resources compared to similar apps.
Graphical User Interface
Just Install
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Free • Open Source
Software Installer
Package Manager
Windows
41 alternatives to Just Install
just-install - The stupid package installer for Windows.

Chocolatey , Ninite , Npackd are way too slow, bloated and difficult to extend. I needed a no-frills solution to inst.
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Discontinued
From the GitHub repo: "This project is no longer being actively developed. We suggest you to switch to Microsoft's winget."
RepackagerExpress Multi Installer
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Free • Proprietary
Windows
67 alternatives to RepackagerExpress Multi Installer
If you are tired of manual installation of Windows programs after an OS reset, then you might want to look for an app that acts as and installation manager and includes a collection of apps necessary for day-to-day activities.

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Silent Install Helper
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Free • Open Source
Software Installer
Windows
42 alternatives to Silent Install Helper
Silent Install Helper determines the type of installation package and allows you to install programs in "silent" mode (without user intervention). Supported installers: Inno Setup, Smart Installer, Wise installer, NSIS, RAR \ ZIP \ 7z \ 7z Setup \ Free Arc \ Microsoft...

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Acer Collection
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Free • Proprietary
Package Manager
Software Installer
Software Updater
Windows
68 alternatives to Acer Collection
Acer Collection is a smart store which can provide user precise recommendations base on user’s installed apps, preferences and system status.
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Acer Collection Features
Software Management