Best Open Source Alternatives to Internet Download Manager

Compare the best free and open-source alternatives to Internet Download Manager — self-hosted and desktop replacements you fully control, ranked by GitHub stars, license and platform support.

Curated by open-source.store · Updated August 2026 · 3 alternatives

Internet Download Manager

Proprietary SaaS

PricingPaid

Platformswindows, desktop

WebsiteVisit site

Internet Download Manager alternatives compared

Open-source alternatives to Internet Download Manager, compared by stars, license and platform
Tool		License	Platforms	Self-hosted
Sonarr	14,916	GPL-3.0	LinuxmacOSWindowsDocker	Yes	Jul 2026	Visit
Radarr	14,091	GPL-3.0	LinuxmacOSWindowsDocker	Yes	Jul 2026	Visit
Prowlarr	6,939	GPL-3.0	LinuxmacOSWindowsDocker	Yes	Jul 2026	Visit