Best Microsoft PowerToys Alternatives
The top-ranked Microsoft PowerToys alternative is AutoHotkey (Open Source). The best free option is Flow Launcher (open source).
Microsoft PowerToys is a set of utilities for power users to tune and streamline Windows. People seek alternatives for cross-platform support, specific features like advanced launchers, or lighter-weight standalone tools.
1A powerful open-source scripting language for automating Windows tasks and remapping keys.
2Flow Launcher
Open SourceA fast, extensible keystroke launcher for Windows to search apps, files, and run commands.
3Raycast
FreemiumA blazing-fast launcher with extensions, clipboard history, and window management.
An instant file search tool that indexes filenames on Windows in seconds.
Wox
Open SourceAn open-source launcher for Windows with plugin support for quick actions.
DisplayFusion
FreemiumA multi-monitor management tool with window snapping, tiling, and taskbars.
A free, open-source Windows tool for screenshots, recording, and sharing.
Ditto
Open SourceAn open-source clipboard manager that stores and searches your clipboard history.
WindowGrid
FreeA free grid-based window resizing and positioning tool for Windows.
Listary
FreemiumA quick file search and app launcher that integrates into Windows dialogs.
AltSnap
Open SourceAn open-source tool to move and resize windows with modifier keys.
TinyWall
FreeLightweight, free firewall controller that hardens Windows Firewall.
Microsoft PowerToys alternatives: FAQ
What is the best alternative to Microsoft PowerToys?
AutoHotkey is ranked first on this list (Open Source). The ranking combines our base score with readers' votes, so it can change.
What is the best free alternative to Microsoft PowerToys?
The highest-ranked free or open-source options here are AutoHotkey, Flow Launcher and Everything.
Which Microsoft PowerToys alternatives work on Mac?
Raycast run on macOS.
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