Free and open-source alternatives to HoudahSpot
2 free programs that can replace HoudahSpot, each pairing checked by Radar's AI reviewer or by Radar.
| Program | Ease | You need | Risk signals | Stars | Downloads this week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DigUpSearches your own files by what is inside them: photos, PDFs, documents, recordings, videos and code. | Ease Binstaller plus one simple step · Windows | Nothing extra | Attention · 2 | 6,093+224 in 6 days | 2,437 |
| ripgrepA terminal command that searches text inside all files of a folder very fast, skipping files git ignores. | Ease Cinstall 1 or 2 tools · Windows | Nothing extra | Few signals | 69,627+150 in 6 days | 2,527,823 |
Frequently asked questions
Which free alternative to HoudahSpot is the easiest to install?
DigUp has the highest ease rating among the 2 options: B (installer plus one simple step · Windows).
Is there a free alternative to HoudahSpot for Windows, Mac and Linux?
Windows: DigUp, ripgrep. macOS: DigUp, ripgrep. Linux: DigUp, ripgrep.
Are the alternatives to HoudahSpot really free?
All 2 are completely free.
How can I tell whether an alternative is trustworthy?
Each card shows the risk signals found, with the evidence. 1 of the 2 has no signal rated attention or high. See also the guide How to find a GitHub project's official repository and avoid fake copies.