fzf vs bat
Both in Search & files — compared item by item
| fzf | bat | |
|---|---|---|
| Stars | ★ 83.2k | ★ 60.5k |
| Language | Go | Rust |
| License | MIT | Apache-2.0 |
| Last updated | 2026-09-21 | 2026-09-04 |
| Usage | ⌨️ CLI | ⌨️ CLI |
| Platforms | Windows macOS Linux | Windows macOS Linux |
| Category | Search & files | Search & files |
How to choose
- They support exactly the same usage modes; the difference is in ecosystem and implementation details.
- Both have comparable traction, so pick based on features and day-to-day experience.
- fzf was updated more recently (2026-09-21).
- Different licenses (MIT vs Apache-2.0) — check the terms before commercial use.