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The Linux alternative to every Windows program

Switching to Linux? Type the Windows software you rely on and get honest, ranked replacements — with install commands, file compatibility and migration tips.

Popular: Mozilla FirefoxVivaldiMicrosoft Edge LegacyOperaMicrosoft Internet Explorer

  • 585 Windows programs
  • 771 Linux apps
  • 1759 comparisons

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Mozilla FirefoxFirefox is a free, open‑source web browser that runs on Windows, macOS, Linux and mobile platforms.VivaldiVivaldi is a Chromium‑based browser with deep UI customization and a built‑in email client.Microsoft Edge LegacyMicrosoft Edge Legacy was Microsoft's default browser from 2015 to 2020, using the EdgeHTML engine before…OperaOpera is a cross‑platform browser with built‑in VPN and ad blocker.Microsoft Internet ExplorerInternet Explorer was Microsoft's legacy web browser, discontinued in 2022, now replaced by modern browsers.Microsoft EdgeMicrosoft Edge is a Chromium-based web browser from Microsoft, now the default on Windows 11, offering…Google ChromeGoogle Chrome is a widely used cross-platform browser based on the Chromium engine, available for Linux and…Epic Games LauncherThe Epic Games Launcher lets users download, install, and manage games from the Epic Games Store on Windows.BraveBrave is a privacy-focused Chromium-based browser that blocks ads and trackers by default and offers optional…DAZNDAZN is a web-based sports streaming service without a native Linux app, best accessed via modern browsers.Adobe Creative CloudA subscription suite for professional design, video, and photo work that lacks a single native Linux…GOG GalaxyGOG Galaxy aggregates games from multiple stores into one library with social features.

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Select the Windows programs you use every day. We match each one with its best Linux replacement and give you a single command to install them all.

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Most installed Linux apps this month

FirefoxFirefox is a fast, private web browser developed by Mozilla, offering strong tracking protection and…Open sourceFreeFlatpak↓ 200k / monthGoogle ChromeGoogle Chrome is a proprietary, Chromium-based web browser for Linux that offers a familiar, fast browsing…FreeFlatpak↓ 169k / monthDiscordA cross-platform messaging, voice, and video client for communities, gaming, and casual hangouts.Flatpak↓ 166k / monthBraveBrave is a fast, privacy‑focused web browser that blocks ads and trackers by default and offers an optional…Open sourceFreeFlatpak↓ 161k / monthBottlesBottles runs Windows applications on Linux, managing them in isolated environments.Open sourceFreeFlatpak↓ 137k / monthSpotifySpotify is a proprietary online music streaming service allowing you to listen to millions of songs, create…Flatpak↓ 111k / monthVLCVLC is a free, open‑source multimedia player that handles virtually any audio or video format.Open sourceFreeFlatpak↓ 108k / monthdarktabledarktable is a free, open‑source photo editor that manages raw files and offers a full non‑destructive…Open sourceFreeFlatpak↓ 107k / month

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Recently added

CalculatorA standard utility for performing basic and scientific arithmetic operations.CalendarCalendar is the default desktop calendar application included in the GNOME desktop environment.OpenOffice.org WriterOpenOffice.org Writer is a legacy open-source word processor, now largely replaced by LibreOffice Writer for…KeePassXKeePassXC is a cross-platform, open-source password manager that securely stores credentials in an encrypted…JiraJira is Atlassian's proprietary tool for agile project management, issue tracking, and bug reporting in…WhatsAppWhatsApp is a mobile-first messaging app for texts, calls, and media sharing, requiring a phone number and…

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  1. Search your Windows program

    From Photoshop to WinRAR, type the tool you use every day.

  2. Compare real alternatives

    Each option shows license, current version, feature parity and what you will miss.

  3. Install in one command

    Copy the Flatpak, apt, dnf or pacman command for your distribution.