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Also covers command line and git · same kind of open-source project · open source
Winfetch displays system information from the command line using a PowerShell utility.
Alternatives
The Best Scoop Alternatives in 2026
24 alternatives2 free · 13 open source
Looking for something like Scoop? Here are 24 alternatives, ranked by how closely they match it on purpose, features and platforms. Of these, 2 are free or have a free plan and 13 are open source.
Install Windows apps from the command line with Scoop, which aims to keep setup minimal.
Top picks at a glance
First suggestionwinfetchWinfetch displays system information from the command line…Free or freemium optionWindows TerminalWindows Terminal brings Command Prompt, PowerShell, and WSL…Another optionSilent InstallSilent Install Builder creates installers and multi-pack…
Quick comparison
| # | Alternative | Pricing | Open source | Platforms |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | winfetch | — | Yes | Windows |
| 2 | Silent Install | — | Not stated | Web, Windows |
| 3 | Scoop | — | Not stated | Web, Windows |
| 4 | Awesome Terminals | — | Not stated | — |
| 5 | terminals-are-sexy | — | Not stated | Linux, macOS, Web |
| 6 | WinGet | — | Not stated | Web, Windows |
| 7 | Winget Cli | — | Yes | Windows |
| 8 | Manifest Creator | — | Yes | Windows |
| 9 | Command Line Tools | — | Not stated | — |
| 10 | Awesome CLI Apps | — | Not stated | — |
All Scoop alternatives
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Silent Install
silentinstall.orgAlso covers command line
Silent Install Builder creates installers and multi-pack setups, and can record installation automation scripts for software without command-line options.
3
Scoop
scoop.shAlso covers command line
Scoop installs Windows software from the command line, according to the supplied description.
4
Awesome Terminals
github.com/cdleon/awesome-terminalsAlso covers command line and python · same kind of open-source project
This repository collects terminal emulators, according to its title and description.
5
terminals-are-sexy
terminalsare.sexyAlso covers git and python
Terminals Are Sexy is a curated list of terminal frameworks, extensions, and resources for command-line users.
6
WinGet
learn.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/package-mana…Also covers command line
WinGet discovers, installs, upgrades, removes, and configures applications from the command line.
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Also covers command line · same kind of open-source project · open source
WinGet is the Windows Package Manager command-line interface, with PowerShell modules and related tools in the project.
8
Also covers command line · same kind of open-source project · open source
Manifest Creator is Microsoft’s command-line tool for creating Windows Package Manager manifests, also known as wingetcreate.
9
Command Line Tools
github.com/learn-anything/command-line-toolsAlso covers command line · same kind of open-source project
This repository collects command-line utilities, according to its title and description.
10
Awesome CLI Apps
github.com/agarrharr/awesome-cli-appsAlso covers command line · same kind of open-source project
This repository curates command-line applications across different categories.
11
Also covers command line · same kind of open-source project · open source
Clink adds Bash-style command-line editing features to cmd.exe, according to its repository description.
12
Also covers git · same kind of open-source project · open source
Hok reimplements Scoop as a command-line package manager written in Rust; its repository notes that development is ongoing.
13
Also covers command line · free
Windows Terminal brings Command Prompt, PowerShell, and WSL into one command-line app, with tabs, panes, and custom themes.
14
ss64
ss64.comAlso covers command line
SS64 provides command-line references for Linux, macOS, Windows Command Prompt, PowerShell, and other scripting tools.
15
GetDNote
getdnote.comAlso covers command line
Dnote is a terminal-based notebook for capturing commands and snippets, with full-text search and a self-hosted server API.
16
Also covers git · same kind of open-source project · open source
cpufetch is a command-line tool written in C that displays CPU information.
17
Also covers command line · same kind of open-source project · open source
Microsoft Terminal combines the new Windows Terminal and the original Windows console host in one project.
18
Also covers command line · same kind of open-source project · open source
This repository collects more than 600 PowerShell scripts for Linux, macOS, and Windows.
19
Also covers command line · same kind of open-source project · open source
Organize automates file management through rules, with documentation and a version 3 release noted on its project page.
20
Also covers command line · same kind of open-source project · open source
PowerShell provides a shell and scripting environment for multiple systems, according to the project summary.
21
Also covers git · same kind of open-source project · open source · free
WhyNotWin11 detects why a PC may not meet Windows 11 release requirements and includes update checks.
22
Choco
github.com/chocolatey/chocoAlso covers git · same kind of open-source project
Chocolatey is a package manager for Windows, according to its project description.
23
Also covers git · same kind of open-source project · open source
MSEdgeRedirect redirects News, Search, Widgets, Weather, and other links to a user’s default browser by filtering Edge process arguments.
24
Also covers git · same kind of open-source project · open source
Tiny Care Terminal displays self-care messages and other information while a user works in the terminal.
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Alternatives to similar tools
PowerShell Scripts24 alternativesCommand Line Tools24 alternativesWindows Terminal24 alternativesPowerShell24 alternativesAwesome Terminals24 alternativesWhyNotWin1124 alternatives
What is the best alternative to Scoop?
Based on features, tags and platforms, the closest alternatives to Scoop are winfetch, Silent Install, and Scoop.
Is there a free alternative to Scoop?
Yes. Windows Terminal and WhyNotWin11 are free or offer a free plan.
Are there open-source alternatives to Scoop?
Yes: winfetch, Winget Cli, Manifest Creator, and Clink.
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