Life & fun · alternatives · 2026

24 alternatives to OpenWater

Software that helps grow awards, fellowships, grants, etc.

Below are 24 products that do a similar job, ranked by how close each is in meaning and then by launch-day votes. OpenWater launched in 2018; newer entries below may have overtaken it.

1. 1
   OpenGrants▲120

   The Easy Way to Win Grants

   2020 · opengrants.io · its alternatives →

2. 2
   Open Source Alternatives▲804

   200+ open source alternatives to popular B2B tools

   2021 · btw.so · its alternatives →

3. 3
   OpenSauced▲382

   Optimize your Open Source project with deep insights

   2023 · its alternatives →

4. 4
   Fossfox – paid opportunities for open-source devs▲235

   The index lists either companies that work on open-source products or those that heavily contribute to open-source. Either way, ideal for devs that want to keep an eye out for opportunities. Engineering teams can post for free. Open directory of available positions is here [0]. [0] https://github.com/fossfox-com/fossfox

   2023 · fossfox.com · its alternatives →

5. 5
   Software Donation▲269

   Donate tools to enable remote work during COVID-19 outbreak

   2020 · softwaredonation.org · its alternatives →

6. 6
   Stacksight▲97

   Operational insights for your Open Source applications

   2016 · its alternatives →

7. 7
   Console▲224

   A free weekly roundup of the latest in open-source software

   2021 · console.substack.com · its alternatives →

8. 8
   Stek.io▲161

   Easily install open source software to get things done!

   2017 · its alternatives →

9. 9
   OpenVC Decks▲264

   A free DocSend alternative to share your deck with investors

   2024 · openvc.app · its alternatives →

10. 10
    Open Stacks▲136

    Browse transparent Tech Stacks and add your own

    2019 · openstacks.co · its alternatives →

11. 11
    Openflow▲190

    No-code automation for startups

    2022 · its alternatives →

12. 12
    Thank You, Open Source▲138

    Write a thank you letter to your favor open source project!

    2017 · thankyouopensource.com · its alternatives →

13. 13
    Scoutflo▲228

    The first-ever commercial open-source marketplace - for Free

    2023 · atlas.scoutflo.com · its alternatives →

14. 14
    Free XP▲188

    Gain experience with open-source projects

    2023 · its alternatives →

15. 15
    OpenFlowKit▲129

    100% Free and Open Source Diagram Creator with Total Control

    Feb 2026 · app.openflowkit.com · its alternatives →

16. 16
    OpenProject▲101

    The leading open source project management software

    2015 · openproject.org · its alternatives →

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    Sawia▲190

    Find trending open source projects to contribute to

    2019 · sawia.xyz · its alternatives →

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    Proxim▲102

    Find and post new and innovative open source projects

    2023 · proxim.dev · its alternatives →

19. 19
    Open Source Tools Stack!▲73

    Top 50+ open source tools to build your brand

    2022 · cherryyadvendu.gumroad.com · its alternatives →

20. 20
    Outflow▲118

    Engineers on-demand to build and launch marketing features

    2019 · its alternatives →

21. 21
    Open Sustainable Technology▲95

    A curated list of open and sustainable technology projects

    2021 · opensustain.tech · its alternatives →

22. 22
    Find Free and Open Source Software – Awsmfoss▲27

    Explore the universe of awesome Free and Open Source software.

    2024 · awsmfoss.com · its alternatives →

23. 23
    OpenInt [LW24]▲131

    Open Source Embedded Product Integrations

    2024 · openint.dev · its alternatives →

24. 24
    Flossbank▲54

    Give back to open source - for free

    2020 · flossbank.com · its alternatives →

Ranked by how close each launch is in meaning, then by votes. Prices were read from each product’s own site when checked and can change. Refine with your own description →