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RecollProFind
Free

Free and open source under the GPL.

 Paid

The iOS companion app is free; see the developer's site for Mac app pricing.

Windows, macOS, Linux, Browser extension macOS
  • Handles an unusually wide range of formats, including mail folders
  • Powerful query language with stemming, fields and proximity
  • Works without Spotlight, including hidden folders and packages
  • Plain-English and visual boolean queries
  • Format support depends on external helper programs being installed
  • The Qt interface is functional rather than polished
  • macOS only; the iOS app needs the Mac app
  • Mac app pricing not shown on the product page
Downloadable app, Browser extension Downloadable app
Open source Closed source
License: GPL-2.0 License not stated
Not stated if an account is needed Not stated if an account is needed
Not stated if it works offline Works offline

Checked September 22, 2026

Checked October 2, 2026

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