dtSearch Desktop
6.2#14 in desktop search softwareFrom $1,225 a yearWindows
VisitdtSearch Desktop vs Recoll
What both publish
| Fact | dtSearch Desktop | Recoll |
|---|---|---|
| Purpose | dtSearch Desktop provides instant searching of desktop-accessible files. | Recoll is desktop full-text search software that finds documents by their contents and file names. |
| Search features | The product line offers more than 25 full-text and metadata search features, including federated search, relevancy ranking, multicolor hit highlighting, and forensics-oriented options. | Search supports Boolean queries, phrases, proximity, wildcards, and filters by file type and directory tree. |
dtSearch Desktop plans
- dtSearch Desktop — single user license$249, paid once
- dtSearch Desktop — annual single individual user “investigative” license$1,225 a year
Recoll plans
- LinuxFree
- Recoll (Linux and source)Free
- Recoll for WindowsPriced on request
- Windows binaryPriced on request
Pick dtSearch Desktop if…
It suits Windows users who need to search local or network files, including email and document collections. The listed intended uses include legal research, e-discovery, forensics, government, finance, recruiting, and medical records.
Pick Recoll if…
Recoll suits people who want to search documents stored on local, removable, shared, or otherwise computer-accessible storage. It is also useful when email, PDF, compressed-file, or OCR search matters.