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🇸🇪 AlternativeTo was founded in 2009 in Sweden by Ola and Markus, with a lot of help from our friends and colleagues in 🇮🇹 Italy, 🇫🇮 Finland, 🇺🇸 USA, 🇨🇴 Colombia, 🇵🇭 Philippines, 🇫🇷 France, and contributors from all over the world.
Attie has launched a site builder for social pages, with starter game, quiz and AMA templates. AMA answers can also be posted back to Bluesky.
https://alternativeto.net/news/2026/10/attie-announces-a-new-site-builder-for-games-quizzes-and-amas/
AlternativeToAttie announces a new site builder for games, quizzes and AMAsAttie has launched a site builder for social pages, with starter game, quiz and AMA templates. AMA answers can also be posted back to Bluesky.
Pi-hole updates fix high-severity issues, enhance security, and improve logging and configuration. FTL v6.8, Web v6.6.1, and Core v6.5 bring various enhancements and bug fixes.
https://alternativeto.net/news/2026/10/pi-hole-updates-ftl-v6-8-web-v6-6-1-and-core-v6-5/
AlternativeToPi-hole updates FTL v6.8, Web v6.6.1 and Core v6.5Pi-hole FTL 6.8, Web 6.6.1 and Core 6.5 fix high-severity flaws, improve logging and list handling, and tighten configuration safety.
Free open-source resin slicer for MSLA/SLA 3D printers with automatic supports, hollowing, print-failure analysis and a scriptable CLI https://alternativeto.net/software/encrust/about/
AlternativeToEncrust: Free, open-source resin slicer for MSLA/SLA 3D printers.Free, open-source resin slicer for MSLA/SLA 3D printers. Supports, hollowing, print-failure analysis and a scriptable CLI.
🫛 PeaZip 11.4.0 improves input validation and file-browser refresh, adds Windows shortcut destination browsing, and supports 243 archive extensions.
https://alternativeto.net/news/2026/10/peazip-11-4-0-strengthens-security-and-file-navigation/
AlternativeToPeaZip 11.4.0 strengthens security and file navigationPeaZip 11.4.0 improves input validation and file-browser refresh, adds Windows shortcut destination browsing, and supports 243 archive extensions.
UTM 5.0 introduces major updates like DirectX graphics support for Windows 11, Vulkan 1.3 for Linux VMs, snapshots, Apple Virtualization on macOS 27, better touch controls on iPhone, and iPhone Duo support.
https://alternativeto.net/news/2026/10/virtualization-tool-utm-5-0-brings-directx-graphics-support-vulkan-1-3-and-snapshots/
AlternativeToVirtualization tool UTM 5.0 brings DirectX graphics support, Vulkan 1.3, and snapshotsUTM 5.0 introduces major updates like DirectX graphics support for Windows 11, Vulkan 1.3 for Linux VMs, snapshots, Apple Virtualization on macOS 27, better touch controls on iPhone, and iPhone Duo support.
Free and open-source, local-first semantic file search with hybrid BM25, vector and HyDE over docs, PDFs, images, audio and video, 100% offline in a single binary https://alternativeto.net/software/awesomedog-soma/about/
AlternativeToSoma Search: Local-first semantic search engine for your documents, PDFs, images, audio andLocal-first semantic search engine for your files — hybrid BM25 + vector + HyDE search over docs, PDFs, images, audio and video. 100% offline, single binary, CLI + Web UI + HTTP API.
⚛️ React Native 0.88 has been released, featuring web-based event dispatching, variable font support, SceneDelegate lifecycle support on iOS, ArrayBuffer for Java TurboModules, and experimental Swift Package Manager support.
https://alternativeto.net/news/2026/10/react-native-0-88-brings-web-based-event-dispatching-and-variable-fonts-no-breaking-changes/
AlternativeToReact Native 0.88 brings web-based event dispatching & variable fonts; no breaking changesReact Native 0.88 has been released, featuring web-based event dispatching, variable font support, SceneDelegate lifecycle support on iOS, ArrayBuffer for Java TurboModules, and experimental Swift Package Manager support.
Open source coding-agent skill for Claude Code that turns one-line ideas into interactive isometric machines with SVG parts, live readouts, controls, shaders and 3D movement https://alternativeto.net/software/anatomy/about/
AlternativeToAnatomy: Code skill for live interactive machine explainersA coding-agent skill that turns one-line ideas into interactive isometric machines with SVG parts, live readouts, controls, shaders, or 3D movement.
🚀 Web framework Astro 7.4 introduces performance monitoring tools, a --timings flag for build diagnostics, and experimental features like parallel prerendering, aiming to optimize build times and enhance developer workflows.
https://alternativeto.net/news/2026/10/astro-7-4-has-arrived-with-build-performance-insights-parallel-prerendering-and-more/
AlternativeToAstro 7.4 has arrived with build performance insights, parallel prerendering, and moreWeb framework Astro 7.4 introduces performance monitoring tools, a --timings flag for build diagnostics, and experimental features like parallel prerendering, aiming to optimize build times and enhance developer workflows.
Open source parametric 3D CAD written in pure Rust with constraint-based sketching and a feature timeline that rebuilds when parameters change https://alternativeto.net/software/solidcraft/about/
AlternativeToSolidCraft: : an open-source parametric 3D CAD application built in pure Rust.SolidCraft is an open-source parametric 3D CAD application written in pure Rust. Sketch on a plane, constrain and dimension the sketch, turn profiles into solids with features on a timeline, and change a parameter to watch the whole timeline rebuild.
🍷 Wine 11.20 has been released, introducing relay debugging for ARM64EC, enhancing XML validation, migrating CD-ROM support to the Mount Manager, and fixing 24 bugs, improving compatibility and usability for Windows apps and games.
https://alternativeto.net/news/2026/10/wine-11-20-brings-cdrom-support-change-arm64ec-relay-debugging-and-improved-xml-validation/
AlternativeToWine 11.20 brings CDROM support change, ARM64EC relay debugging & improved XML validationWine 11.20 has been released, introducing relay debugging for ARM64EC, enhancing XML validation, migrating CD-ROM support to the Mount Manager, and fixing 24 bugs, improving compatibility for Windows and games.
Have you tried this new free, open-source office suite alternative yet? A familiar MS Office experience with docs, sheets, and slides, optimized for performance and self-hosting via Docker or Nextcloud. Made in France 🇫🇷 https://alternativeto.net/software/elixiroffice/about/
AlternativeToElixirOffice: Open source office suite for users used to MS Office - multi-platform, tunedOpen source office suite for users used to MS Office - multi-platform, tuned for performance.
Apple has updated its App Store review guidelines to crack down on “nudify” and bait-and-switch AI apps, strengthening enforcement around intimate-photo deepfakes and deceptive app behavior.
https://alternativeto.net/news/2026/10/apple-tightens-app-store-review-guidelines-targeting-ai-nudify-and-bait-and-switch-apps/
AlternativeToApple tightens App Store review guidelines targeting AI “nudify” & “bait-and-switch” appsApple has updated its App Store review guidelines to crack down on “nudify” and bait-and-switch AI apps, strengthening enforcement around intimate-photo deepfakes and deceptive app behavior.
Meta has launched Muse Spark Open, an 816B open weight multimodal model for local Apple silicon use, requiring at least 1TB of memory https://alternativeto.net/news/2026/10/meta-launches-muse-spark-open-an-816b-open-weight-ai-model-for-macs-requiring-1tb-of-ram/
AlternativeToMeta launches Muse Spark Open, an 816B open-weight AI model for Macs requiring 1TB of RAMMeta has launched Muse Spark Open, an 816B open weight multimodal model for local Apple silicon use, requiring at least 1TB of memory
Open source macOS window snapping with a pop-up grid: drag across cells to place windows, then save regions as one-keystroke presets, a free Divvy alternative https://alternativeto.net/software/gridsnap-for-macos/about/
AlternativeToGridSnap for macOS: An open source alternative to Divvy for macOSAn open source alternative to Divvy for macOS. Press a shortcut, a grid appears, drag across the cells you want, and the window snaps there. Save a region as a preset and it becomes a one-keystroke snap.
Forgejo released version 17.0, enhancing Forgejo Actions, repository management, and migration tools. It includes updates to webhooks, Actions API, and repository migration support https://alternativeto.net/news/2026/10/forgejo-17-0-adds-workflow-webhooks-and-job-summaries/
AlternativeToForgejo 17.0 adds workflow webhooks and job summariesForgejo released version 17.0, enhancing Forgejo Actions, repository management, and migration tools. It includes updates to webhooks, Actions API, and repository migration support
Free and open-source voice assistant for Mac that runs on your Claude Pro or Max plan with no API key, launches background agents for big jobs and learns your shortcuts https://alternativeto.net/software/atticus-for-mac/about/
AlternativeToAtticus for Mac: Fast, free voice assistant for your Mac.Fast, free voice assistant for your Mac. No API key: runs on your Claude Pro or Max plan. Sends background agents for big jobs, remembers you and learns your shortcuts. Hold ⌃⌥Space and talk.
Proton Pass introduces vault folders and granular URL matching for autofill, while local compromised-password checks alert users when breach fingerprints match.
https://alternativeto.net/news/2026/10/proton-pass-brings-folders-and-detailed-autofill-controls/
AlternativeToProton Pass brings folders and detailed autofill controlsProton Pass introduces vault folders and granular URL matching for autofill, while local compromised-password checks alert users when breach fingerprints match.
Opera Air's new browser removes default features like Speed Dials and adds Soundscapes, binaural beats, and Breaks with exercises and reminders for a focused, relaxed browsing experience.
https://alternativeto.net/news/2026/10/opera-air-launches-with-a-stripped-back-ui-and-mindful-tools/
AlternativeToOpera Air launches with a stripped-back UI and mindful toolsOpera Air launches with no Speed Dials or promotional notifications by default, plus Soundscapes, guided breaks, and custom 45 to 180 minute reminders.
Cross-platform Obsidian vault-compatible markdown notes app built with Rust and Tauri v2, available for Linux as AppImage and Flatpak. Free and open-source! https://alternativeto.net/software/opensidian/about/
AlternativeToOpensidian: A privacy-first, open-source platform for knowledge management and collaborationOpen-source and non-profit under GPLv3, vault-compatible cross-platform markdown notes app. It's based on Rust + Tauri v2 and under heavy development. We're looking for Linux distribution maintainers. Not affiliated with or endorsed by Obsidian or Dynalist Inc.
Brave has enhanced its AI assistant, Leo, with end-to-end encryption, OHTTP, and confidential computing. Conversations are encrypted in-browser, processed in TEEs, and remain private https://alternativeto.net/news/2026/10/brave-leo-adds-encrypted-ai-chats-with-verifiable-computing/
AlternativeToBrave Leo adds encrypted AI chats with verifiable computingBrave has enhanced its AI assistant, Leo, with end-to-end encryption, OHTTP, and confidential computing. Conversations are encrypted in-browser, processed in TEEs, and remain private