Velocmd AlternativesFile Search Utilities and other similar apps like Velocmd

Apps similar to Velocmd include Microsoft PowerToys, which is free and open source. Other options are Vicinae, Flow Launcher, Raycast and Listary. In total there are eight Application Launchers like Velocmd for Windows, Mac, Linux, iPhone and iPad.

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  1. Open-source utilities for Windows include FancyZones for window management, PowerRename for bulk renaming, and Keyboard Manager for custom shortcuts. Ad-free, supports multi-monitor setups, no registration needed, lightweight resource usage, and works offline.

    132 Microsoft PowerToys alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source (MIT)

    Application type

    Since

    • Since 2010

    Platforms

    • Windows
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  2. Vicinae icon
     57 likes

    High-performance native launcher for Linux built with C++ and Qt delivers fast keyboard-driven system access, an efficient modular core, built-in modules, support for server-side React or TypeScript extensions, and reuse of Raycast extensions with minimal changes.

    72 Vicinae alternatives

    Cost / License

    Application type

    Since

    • Since 2025

    Platforms

    • Linux
    • Mac
    • AppImage
    • Arch Linux
    • Gentoo
    • Fedora
    • Nix Package Manager
    • KDE Plasma
    • GNOME
    • COSMIC
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  3. Flow Launcher icon
     108 likes

    Dedicated to make your workflow flow more seamlessly. Aimed at being more than an app launcher, it searches, integrates and expands on functionalities. Flow will continue to evolve, designed to be open and built with the community at heart.

    82 Flow Launcher alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source (MIT)

    Application type

    Since

    • Since 2020

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Chocolatey
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  4. Raycast icon
     86 likes

    Raycast revolutionizes Mac productivity with AI-driven task automation, command shortcuts, and customizable workflows. Create snippets, manage clipboard history, translate text, and maintain sync across devices. Discover day planning, distraction-free focus, and versatile virtual assistance.

    145 Raycast alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Since

    • Since 2020

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • iPhone
    • iPad
    • Google Chrome
    • Safari
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  5. Listary icon
     287 likes

    Listary is a revolutionary search utility for Windows that makes finding your files and launching applications blazing fast, for casual and power users alike!.

    140 Listary alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Since

    • Since 2010

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • PortableApps.com
    • File Explorer
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  6. Fluent Search icon
     48 likes

    Fluent Search is a fast and easy-to-use search application that lets you search for running applications, browser tabs, bookmarks, files, and more. Unlike Windows Start Menu, Fluent Search focuses on continuing existing work, it let you jump easily between running application...

    151 Fluent Search alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Since

    • Since 2020

    Platforms

    • Windows
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  7. QuickKeyLauncher is a lightweight and fast Windows launcher that lets you open files, folders, and applications instantly using customizable keyboard shortcuts. It provides a simple grid-based interface where you can assign up to 40 items and launch them without navigating...

    58 QuickKeyLauncher alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Since

    • Since 2026

    Platforms

    • Windows
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  8. Spotlight icon
     22 likes

    Spotlight is the system-wide desktop search feature built into Apple's OS X operating system since version 10.4 (Tiger). Backed by an index of all items and files on the system, it's designed to allow the user to quickly locate a wide variety of items on the computer...

    129 Spotlight alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Since

    • Since 2014

    Platforms

    • Mac
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