Top 15 HoudahSpot Alternative and Similar Softwares | Dec 2024

HoudahSpot is an advanced file search tool for Mac.

Use HoudahSpot to locate hard-to-find files and keep frequently used files within reach. HoudahSpot builds upon Spotlight, which comes preinstalled with OS X. It makes Spotlight both more powerful and easier to use.

Start with a simple search. Refine it by adding and combining criteria. Quickly sort through search results. Add columns. Apply filters. Preview files and text matches.

1. Archivarius 3000

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2. Search GT

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3. Search and Replace

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4. Hddb File Search

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5. iFileX

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6. EasyFind

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7. ANGRYsearch

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8. FileSearchEX

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9. UtilStudio Disk Space Finder

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10. Advanced File Finder

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11. AndroSearch

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12. Scherlokk

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13. DFind

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14. Leap

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15. Conjure

Conjure A fast, lightweight, customizable search alternative for Windows 7 that also allows for deletion and renaming. Easily locate files on mapped network drives using Conjure, expedite your searches by including folders you need and excluding ones you never use. One key combination yields access to a powerful and intuitive search......