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Ulauncher vs COSMIC Launcher: catalog facts
Ulauncher	COSMIC Launcher
Free Free and open source, with optional donations supporting development.	Free Free and open source as part of the COSMIC desktop.
Linux	Linux
Large extension ecosystem for adding custom functionality Fast, minimal interface focused on keyboard use	Integrated with the COSMIC desktop Keyboard-first search for apps and commands
Linux only, no macOS or Windows build Extension quality varies since they are community-maintained	Designed for COSMIC, not other desktops Linux only
Downloadable app	Downloadable app
Open source	Open source
License not stated	License not stated
Not stated if an account is needed	No account needed
Not stated if it works offline	Works offline
Official website Full listing and sources Checked September 22, 2026	Official website Full listing and sources Checked October 2, 2026

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