FileSeek
6.5#8 in desktop search software$19 one-timeFree planWindows
VisitFileSeek vs GitHub CodeQL
GitHub CodeQL
7.5#1 in git gui clientsFrom $30 a monthFree planWebExtensionLinuxmacOS
VisitWhat both publish
| Fact | FileSeek | GitHub CodeQL |
|---|---|---|
| Purpose | FileSeek searches files using simple queries, regular expressions, or advanced text queries. | CodeQL is a language and toolchain for code analysis that treats code as data. |
FileSeek plans
- FreeFree
- Pro Standard$19, paid once
- Pro Personal$29, paid once
- Pro Site$199, paid once
- Pro Enterprise$899, paid once
GitHub CodeQL plans
- Free for research and open sourceFree
- CodeQL for open source and researchFree
- GitHub Code Security$30 a month
- GitHub Free with CodeQL code scanning—
Pick FileSeek if…
FileSeek suits Windows users who want file searches ranging from simple queries to regular expressions and advanced text queries. Its Pro features may be useful to power users who save search criteria or export results.
Pick GitHub CodeQL if…
CodeQL is for developers and security teams who want query-based code analysis in an IDE, CLI, or CI workflow. Its availability depends on supported languages, operating systems, and repository eligibility.