Zazu Alternatives

Zazu is described as 'New open source productivity app, that allows developers to be in the drivers seat. Unlike other solutions, there is no built-in integrations, so every plugin has the full scope of what Zazu has to offer' and is an app in the office & productivity category. There are more than 25 alternatives to Zazu for a variety of platforms, including Mac, Linux, Windows, iPhone and iPad apps. The best Zazu alternative is Vicinae, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like Zazu are Listary, Alfred, Keypirinha and Raycast.

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  1. Vicinae icon

    Vicinae

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    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.

    51 Vicinae alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Linux
    • Arch Linux
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    • Vicinae is the most popular Linux alternative to Zazu.

    • Vicinae is the most popular Open Source & free alternative to Zazu.

    • Vicinae is Free and Open SourceZazu is also Free and Open Source
    • Vicinae is Privacy focused and LightweightZazu is not according to our users
  2. Listary icon

    Listary

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

    116 Listary alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Pay once)
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • PortableApps.com
    • File Explorer
    Global Search
     

    • Listary is the most popular Windows alternative to Zazu.

    • Listary is Freemium and ProprietaryZazu is Free and Open Source
    • Listary is Lightweight and CustomizableZazu is not according to our users
  4. Alfred icon

    Alfred

     302 likes
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    Alfred is a productivity application for macOS, which boosts your efficiency with hotkeys, keywords and text expansion. Search your Mac and the web, and control your Mac using custom actions with the Powerpack.

    131 Alfred alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Pay once)
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • iPhone
    • iPad
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    • Alfred is the most popular Mac, iPhone & iPad alternative to Zazu.

    • Alfred is Freemium and ProprietaryZazu is Free and Open Source
    • Alfred is CustomizableZazu is not according to our users
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    Raycast

     61 likes
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    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.

    72 Raycast alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • iPhone
    • iPad
    • Google Chrome
    • Safari
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  11. Fluent Search icon

    Fluent Search

     43 likes
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    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...

    123 Fluent Search alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Windows
    Search for browser tabs
     
  12. ueli icon

    ueli

     71 likes
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    Developed with the Electron framework, ueli is the type of tool that adopts simplicity, leaving out any unnecessary options and configuration settings. It creates an icon in the system tray at startup, where it sits silently throughout its runtime, without disturbing you with...

    83 ueli alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
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  13. Cerebro icon

    Cerebro

     59 likes
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    Cerebro is an open source and free electron-based productivity software alternative to Alfred and Spotlight. It is focused on speed and good UI and UX. In most cases you don't even need to open another application, because you can see results right in Cerebro, like google...

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    Cerebro screenshot 1
     
  14. Albert icon

    Albert

     70 likes
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    Albert is a C++/Qt based desktop agnostic keyboard launcher that helps you to accomplish your workflows in a breeze. Its goals are usability and beauty, performance and extensibility.

    62 Albert alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Linux
    • Mac
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    Find And Run Robot

     111 likes
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    FARR also lets you quickly run web searches, send email, manipulate files, control on-screen windows, and much more. Build and share custom commands or install plugins to add tons of new features, like live search features for your clipboard history and your internet bookmarks;...

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Pay once)
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Windows
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