Agent Ransack
6.6#4 in desktop search software$20 one-timeFree planWindows
VisitAgent Ransack vs DocFetcher
DocFetcher
6.1#21 in desktop search softwareFree planFree planLinuxmacOSWindows
VisitWhat both publish
| Fact | Agent Ransack | DocFetcher |
|---|---|---|
| Privacy | The privacy policy says product usage data is sent to Mythicsoft only when a user specifically requests it; crash reports are not sent automatically. | The maker states that DocFetcher does not collect private data and indexes nothing by default. |
| Purpose | Agent Ransack is a file search tool for finding files on a PC or network drives. | DocFetcher is an open-source desktop search application for searching the contents of files on a computer. |
| Search results | Found text appears with highlighted keywords, and results can be printed, exported or shared through reports. | It displays results with a text-only preview of the selected file and highlights matches. |
Agent Ransack plans
- LiteFree
- Lite Version Support — Single$20, paid once
- Lite Version Support — Business$795, paid once
- Lite Version Support — Enterprise$3,255, paid once
DocFetcher plans
- DocFetcherFree
Pick Agent Ransack if…
Agent Ransack suits Windows users who need to find files or text across local, removable, and network storage. Its free Lite mode allows commercial use, while users needing support or optional Professional features can consider paid options.
Pick DocFetcher if…
DocFetcher suits people who want free local-file content search on Windows, macOS, or Linux and are comfortable creating indexes for folders. Its portable versions may suit users who want to carry their index and settings between computers.