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, Linux, Web-based, Mac and Flatpak apps. The best Ninite alternative is Chocolatey, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like Ninite are MacUpdater, Patch My PC, UniGetUI and Homebrew.

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Ninite alternatives page was last updated Jan 24, 2025
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  1. Chocolatey icon

    Chocolatey

     319 likes
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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.

    66 Chocolatey alternatives

    License model

    • Freemium • Open Source

    Application types

    Country of Origin

    • US flagUnited States

    Platforms

    • Windows
    Chocolatey screenshot 1

    Properties

    1.  Lightweight
    2.  Privacy focused

    Features

    1.  Command line interface
    2.  Package Manager
    3.  Ad-free
    4.  Software Installer
    5.  Full descriptions
    6.  Software Management
    7.  Nuget
    8.  No registration required
    9.  Support for scripting
    10.  Dark Mode
    11.  No Tracking
    12. Node.js icon  Support for Node.js

    Chocolatey VS Ninite

     
    Comments about Chocolatey as an Alternative to Ninite
    Top Positive Comment
    Shaz Shah
    Jun 4, 2024
    0

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

    Most Recent Comment
    Guest
    Positive •May 1, 2021
    0

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

    Guest
    Positive •Jan 5, 2019
    -2

    Different apps, much more selection and much more descriptive advice

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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 Lightweight and Privacy focusedNinite is not according to our users
  2. MacUpdater icon

    MacUpdater

     255 likes
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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.

    16 MacUpdater alternatives

    License model

    Application types

    Country of Origin

    • DE flagGermany
    • European Union flagEU

    Platforms

    • Mac
    MacUpdater screenshot 1

    Properties

    1.  Lightweight
    2.  Privacy focused

    Features

    1.  Update Notifier
    2.  Auto Update
    3.  No Subscription
    4.  Software Installer
    5.  Ad-free
    6.  Software Download
    7.  Package Manager
    8.  Dark Mode
    9.  No Tracking
    10.  No registration required

    MacUpdater VS Ninite

     

    • 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 Lightweight and Privacy focusedNinite is not according to our users
  4. Patch My PC icon

    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

    License model

    • Free • Proprietary

    Application types

    Country of Origin

    • US flagUnited States

    Platforms

    • Windows
    Patch My PC screenshot 1

    Properties

    1.  Lightweight

    Features

    1.  Auto Update
    2.  Software Installer
    3.  Portable
    4.  Ad-free
    5.  No registration required
    6.  Dark Mode

    Patch My PC VS Ninite

     
    Comments about Patch My PC as an Alternative to Ninite
    Most Recent Comment
    onenil
    Positive •Jan 24, 2025
    0

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

    AlmightyHeretic
    Positive •Jun 8, 2018
    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 •Nov 29, 2016
    0

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

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    • Almost everyone thinks Patch My PC is a great Ninite alternative.

    • Patch My PC is Free and ProprietaryNinite is Freemium and Proprietary
    • Patch My PC is LightweightNinite is not according to our users
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  6. UniGetUI icon

    UniGetUI

     94 likes
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    The primary objective of this project is to develop an intuitive graphical user interface for popular CLI package managers on Windows 10 and 11, including WinGet, Scoop, Chocolatey, Pip, Npm, .NET Tool, and PowerShell Gallery.

    17 UniGetUI alternatives

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application types

    Country of Origin

    • ES flagSpain
    • European Union flagEU

    Platforms

    • Windows
    UniGetUI screenshot 1

    Properties

    1.  Lightweight
    2.  Privacy focused

    Features

    1.  Software Installer
    2.  Graphical User Interface
    3.  Software Uninstallers
    4.  Ad-free
    5.  Dark Mode
    6.  Package Manager
    7.  No registration required
    8.  No Tracking
    9.  Works Offline

    UniGetUI VS Ninite

     
  7. Homebrew icon

    Homebrew

     172 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.

    54 Homebrew alternatives

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application types

    Country of Origin

    • GB flagUnited Kingdom

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Linux
    Homebrew screenshot 1

    Properties

    1.  Lightweight

    Features

    1.  Package Installing
    2.  Command line interface
    3.  Package Manager
    4.  Software Installer
    5.  Ad-free
    6.  No registration required
    7.  No Tracking

    Homebrew VS Ninite

     

    • 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
    • Homebrew is LightweightNinite is not according to our users
  8. scoop icon

    scoop

     111 likes
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    A command-line installer for Windows.

    29 scoop alternatives

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application types

    Country of Origin

    • GB flagUnited Kingdom

    Platforms

    • Windows
    scoop screenshot 1

    Properties

    1.  Lightweight
    2.  Privacy focused

    Features

    1.  Software Installer
    2.  Command line interface
    3.  Package Manager
    4.  Portable
    5.  No registration required
    6.  Ad-free
    7.  PowerShell Scripting
    8.  No Tracking
    9.  Support for scripting

    scoop VS Ninite

     
  10. FileHippo icon

    FileHippo

     298 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.

    80 FileHippo alternatives

    License model

    • Free • Proprietary

    Application types

    Country of Origin

    • GB flagUnited Kingdom

    Platforms

    • Online
    FileHippo screenshot 1

    FileHippo Features

    1.  Categories
    2.  Download old versions
    3.  SAAS Metrics

    FileHippo VS Ninite

     
    Comments about FileHippo as an Alternative to Ninite
    Guest
    Positive •Jan 25, 2020
    0

    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!

    Ninite Icon
    FileHippo icon

    • 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
  11. Chris Titus Tech's Windows Utility icon

    Chris Titus Tech's Windows Utility

     24 likes
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    Chris Titus Tech's Windows Utility (winutil) - Install Programs, Tweaks, Fixes, and Updates for Windows 10 and Windows 11.

    20 Chris Titus Tech's Windows Utility alternatives

    License model

    • Free Personal • Open Source

    Application types

    Country of Origin

    • US flagUnited States

    Platforms

    • Windows
    Windows Tweaks to remove/turn off unneeded Win10/Win11 features

    Properties

    1.  Lightweight
    2.  Privacy focused

    Features

    1.  Optimization
    2.  Portable
    3.  Bloatware Remover
    4.  Command line interface
    5.  No Tracking
    6.  No Logs
    7.  Block Trackers
    8.  No registration required
    9.  Ad-free
    10.  Dark Mode

    Chris Titus Tech's Windows Utility VS Ninite

     
  12. Windows Package Manager / WinGet icon

    Windows Package Manager / WinGet

     44 likes
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    Microsoft's open-source CLI packager manager for Windows.

    11 Windows Package Manager / WinGet alternatives

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application types

    Country of Origin

    • US flagUnited States

    Platforms

    • Windows
    Windows Package Manager / WinGet screenshot 1

    Properties

    1.  Lightweight

    Features

    1.  Software Installer
    2.  Command line interface
    3.  Package Manager
    4.  Package Installing
    5.  Ad-free
    6.  No registration required
    7.  Dark Mode
    8.  Portable

    Windows Package Manager / WinGet VS Ninite

     
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