Microsoft Store AlternativesTop Software Installers & App Stores like Microsoft Store

Microsoft Store is described as 'Find the apps, games, and shows you want, fast, in Microsoft Store, including your favorite mobile apps that now work on your PC' and is a software installer in the online services category. There are more than 25 alternatives to Microsoft Store for a variety of platforms, including Windows, Linux, Web-based, Android and Android Tablet apps. The best Microsoft Store alternative is Steam, which is free. Other great apps like Microsoft Store are Chocolatey, UniGetUI, Snap Store and AppAgg.

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  1. Steam icon

    Steam

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    Steam provides a digital distribution platform for games with streaming, mod support, and multiplayer capabilities. Developed by Valve, it supports over 100 payment methods, includes Early Access, cloud sync, controller support for major brands, and offers an integrated gaming community.

    66 Steam alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • Windows Phone
    • iPad
    • Flathub
    • SteamOS
    • Snapcraft
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    Steam is more games and game making, you won't find "normal" applications there, like browsers

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
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    • Some users think Steam is a great Microsoft Store alternative, some don't.

    • Steam is the most popular Web-based, Windows, Android & Mac alternative to Microsoft Store.

    • Steam is the most popular free alternative to Microsoft Store.

    • Steam is Free and ProprietaryMicrosoft Store is also Free and Proprietary
  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

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Windows
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    • Most users think Chocolatey is a great Microsoft Store alternative.

    • Chocolatey is the most popular Open Source alternative to Microsoft Store.

    • Chocolatey is Freemium and Open SourceMicrosoft Store is Free and Proprietary
    • Chocolatey is Lightweight and Privacy focusedMicrosoft Store is not according to our users
  4. UniGetUI icon

    UniGetUI

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    Intuitive interface for managing software on Windows through WinGet, Scoop, Chocolatey, Pip, Npm, .NET Tool, and PowerShell Gallery. Offers bulk install, detailed metadata, custom options, auto-updates, tray notifications, filtering, backups, and restore features.

    21 UniGetUI alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Chocolatey
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  5. Snap Store icon

    Snap Store

     105 likes
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    The Snap Store gives you instant access to thousands of free and open-source applications. And now you can buy apps from some of the leading providers too. All our software is easy to find and install so you can have a customised desktop that suits you in no time.

    40 Snap Store alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Linux
    • Online
    • Ubuntu
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  6. AppAgg icon

    AppAgg

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    A web based Application Aggregator. Support all major platforms: Android, iOS, macOS, Windows, Steam, GOG, Meta, Xbox, PlayStation, Nintendo.

    69 AppAgg alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Android
    • Android Tablet
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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.

    37 Npackd alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Windows
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  10. NuGet icon

    NuGet

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    NuGet is a Visual Studio extension that makes it easy to install and update open source libraries and tools in Visual Studio.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Microsoft Visual Studio
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    It's only for tools for Visual Studio. Microsoft Store is a platform for apps in general.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
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    • Some users think NuGet is a great Microsoft Store alternative, some don't.

    • NuGet is Free and Open SourceMicrosoft Store is Free and Proprietary
  12. Deepin Store icon

    Deepin Store

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    Deepin Software Center, aka DSC, is one of the most talked about applications of Linux Deepin. Installing new applications is just a one-click operation. DSC supports parallel downloading, resuming downloads, update notification and cache cleaning.

    23 Deepin Store alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Linux
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    Plati.Market

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    Plati.market is a digital marketplace that specializes in selling activation codes for games and other digital products. You can buy keys for Steam, Origin, Epic Games Store, and other platforms, as well as cards for topping up your virtual wallets and subscriptions for various...

    25 Plati.Market alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Online
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    Ascendara

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    Ascendara simplifies your game management experience by providing a seamless way to discover, organize, and test pre-installed games. No more hassle with extracting, installing, or moving files. The game library is powered by a custom webscraper, currently featuring titles...

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Platforms

    • Windows
     
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