The Best Open Source Ninite AlternativesTop Software Installers & Software Updaters like Ninite

The best open source alternative to Ninite is Chocolatey. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 50 alternatives to Ninite and many of them is open source so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting open source alternatives to Ninite are UniGetUI, Homebrew, Chris Titus Tech's Windows Utility and Scoop.

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  1. Chocolatey icon

    Chocolatey

     345 likes

    Command-line application for installing, updating, and removing Windows software without registration, featuring centralized audits, automatic package creation, offline packages, disk space optimization, real-time deployment, inventory tracking, and multi-installer support.

    75 Chocolatey alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Windows
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    Chocolatey vs Ninite Comments
    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
    0

    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.
    3 of 6 comments
    • Chocolatey is Freemium and Open SourceNinite is Freemium and Proprietary
    • Chocolatey is Privacy focusedNinite is not according to our users
  2. UniGetUI icon

    UniGetUI

     148 likes

    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.

    29 UniGetUI alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source (MIT)

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Chocolatey
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  7. WinGet icon

    WinGet

     52 likes

    Open-source CLI enables installing, upgrading, removing, and configuring Windows software from a curated repository, supports YAML configuration files, automates device setup with PowerShell DSC, and serves developers, enterprises, and software vendors.

    15 WinGet alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source (MIT)

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Windows
    WinGet screenshot 1
     
  10. Ketarin icon

    Ketarin

     73 likes

    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

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
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  11. Npackd icon

    Npackd

     61 likes

    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.

    38 Npackd alternatives

    Cost / License

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Windows
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  12. Zero Install icon

    Zero Install

     36 likes

    Zero Install is a decentralised cross-distribution software installation system. Other features include full support for shared libraries, sharing between users, and integration with native platform package managers.

    31 Zero Install alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
    • Solaris
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    Zero Install vs Ninite Comments
    Guest
    Positive
    0

    it is good that i dont have to go around and get them one by one

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    • Zero Install is Free and Open SourceNinite is Freemium and Proprietary
  13. Warehouse icon

    Warehouse

     11 likes

    Warehouse is a versatile toolbox for managing flatpak user data, viewing flatpak app info, and batch managing installed flatpaks.

    Cost / License

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Linux
    • Flathub
    • Flatpak
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  14. Winhance icon

    Winhance

     7 likes

    Winhance is a C# application designed to optimize and customize your Windows experience. From software management to system optimizations and customization, Winhance provides functions to enhance Windows 10 and 11 systems.

    10 Winhance alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Windows
    Install software packages quickly
     
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