Recoll
7.9#1 in desktop search softwareFree planFree planAndroidWebAPIExtension
VisitRecoll vs UltraSearch
UltraSearch
6.5#11 in desktop search softwareFrom $30 a yearFree planWindows
VisitWhat both publish
| Fact | Recoll | UltraSearch |
|---|---|---|
| Purpose | Recoll is desktop full-text search software that finds documents by their contents and file names. | UltraSearch searches file names and file contents across local storage, company networks, and SharePoint. |
Recoll plans
- LinuxFree
- Recoll (Linux and source)Free
- Recoll for WindowsPriced on request
- Windows binaryPriced on request
UltraSearch plans
- FreeFree
- Professional$30 a year
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.
Pick UltraSearch if…
UltraSearch suits Windows users who need to locate files by name or content across local and network storage. The free edition is limited to private, non-commercial use, while Professional adds business-oriented locations and file actions.