The Best Ninite AlternativesTop Software Installers & Software Updaters like Ninite

Ninite is described as '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' and is a leading software installer in the os & utilities category. There are more than 50 alternatives to Ninite for a variety of platforms, including Windows, Web-based, Linux, Mac and Flatpak apps. The best Ninite alternative is Chocolatey, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like Ninite are UniGetUI, Patch My PC, MacUpdater and Homebrew.

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  1. 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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    • Windows
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    Comments about Chocolatey as an Alternative to Ninite
    Top Positive Comment
    Shaz Shah
    0

    Has a diverse library of applications and utilities. I really like the ability to create a package to use with chocolatey

    Guest
    Positive
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    The large app database, can use it linux like (PPA).

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    Guest
    Positive
    -2

    Different apps, much more selection and much more descriptive advice

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
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    • Most users think Chocolatey is a great Ninite alternative.

    • Chocolatey is the most popular Windows alternative to Ninite.

    • Chocolatey is the most popular Open Source & free alternative to Ninite.

    • Chocolatey is Freemium and Open SourceNinite is Freemium and Proprietary
    • Chocolatey is Privacy focusedNinite is not according to our users
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    UniGetUI

     134 likes
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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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    Patch My PC

     126 likes
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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

    • Freemium (Pay once)
    • Proprietary

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    Platforms

    • Windows
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    Comments about Patch My PC as an Alternative to Ninite
    onenil
    Positive
    0

    can download programs without automatically installing them (good when using programs like HiBit Installer to trace registry changes)

    AlmightyHeretic
    Positive
    2

    It does almost as much as Ninite, if not more, and it's free! There is no remote update but there are many more programs supported with lots of custom tweaks and a portable app.

    Guest
    Positive
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    A reconfigurable Ninite that you can alter without revisiting the web site to choose another app or remove one from the list.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
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    • Almost everyone thinks Patch My PC is a great Ninite alternative.

    • Patch My PC is Freemium and ProprietaryNinite is also Freemium and Proprietary
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    MacUpdater

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    MacUpdater is an application that can scan your Mac and display which of the apps that you have installed are not up-to-date. MacUpdater can also update those outdated apps to their newest versions with a simple click.

    17 MacUpdater alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Pay once
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Mac
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    • MacUpdater is the most popular Mac alternative to Ninite.

    • MacUpdater is the most popular commercial alternative to Ninite.

    • MacUpdater is Paid and ProprietaryNinite is Freemium and Proprietary
    • MacUpdater is Privacy focusedNinite is not according to our users
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    Homebrew

     185 likes
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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

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Linux
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    • Most users think Homebrew is a great Ninite alternative.

    • Homebrew is the most popular Linux alternative to Ninite.

    • Homebrew is Free and Open SourceNinite is Freemium and Proprietary
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    FileHippo

     302 likes
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    Explore FileHippo for the latest high-quality software downloads, ensuring no popups or spyware interfere. With a streamlined user experience, discover and update apps across various categories securely. Enjoy free, reliable software updates with an intuitive interface.

    78 FileHippo alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Online
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    Comments about FileHippo as an Alternative to Ninite
    Guest
    Positive
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    It has been around for a (relatively), long time. I'd forgotten about it, but you having sparked my recollection, I remember it as a very cool site. Thank you!

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
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    • Almost everyone thinks FileHippo is a great Ninite alternative.

    • FileHippo is the most popular Web-based alternative to Ninite.

    • FileHippo is Free and ProprietaryNinite is Freemium and Proprietary
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    PackagePicker.co

     19 likes
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    PackagePicker is a quick way to install your favorite software using existing package managers. Go through the checklist, select the apps you want, and get a command to install them all at once!

    4 PackagePicker.co alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    PackagePicker generating a command to install with Chocolatey
     
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    Ketarin

     73 likes
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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...

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

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    Platforms

    • Windows
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