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Executor vs Ueli: catalog facts
Executor	Ueli
Best for: Windows users who want a fast, configurable keyword launcher	Best for: Using the same launcher muscle memory on three different operating systems
Free Free to download and use.	Free Free and open source under the MIT licence.
Windows	Windows, macOS, Linux
Custom keywords for programs, sites and parameterised web searches Multi-actions triggered from one command or hotkey All 4 strengths for Executor Custom keywords for programs, sites and parameterised web searches Multi-actions triggered from one command or hotkey Built-in clipboard history and calculator Skins and extensive customization	The same launcher and shortcuts on Windows, macOS and Linux Extra actions per result without reaching for the mouse All 4 strengths for Ueli The same launcher and shortcuts on Windows, macOS and Linux Extra actions per result without reaching for the mouse Microsoft Store listing, so the Windows install is signed Actively developed with frequent releases
Windows only Closed source	macOS and direct Windows downloads are unsigned and will be blocked on first run Fewer plugins than the platform-specific launchers All 4 limitations for Ueli macOS and direct Windows downloads are unsigned and will be blocked on first run Fewer plugins than the platform-specific launchers Electron, so it uses more memory than a native launcher Linux packaging is limited to AppImage and DEB
Downloadable app	Downloadable app
Not open source	Open source
License not stated	License: MIT
Not stated if an account is needed	No account needed
Not stated if it works offline	Offline features available
Official website Full listing and sources Sources for Executor executor.dk Catalog checked September 23, 2026	Official website Full listing and sources Sources for Ueli ueli.app github.com/oliverschwendener/ueli Catalog checked September 21, 2026

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