OpenFreebuds

OpenFreebuds 0.18.1

OpenFreebuds is a management software for HUAWEI FreeBuds/Honor EarBuds series devices for computer.

  • By MelianMiko
  • Open Source
  • Updated Sep 14, 2026
Download for Windows

About OpenFreebuds

OpenFreebuds is a management software for HUAWEI FreeBuds/Honor EarBuds series devices for computer.

What's new in 0.18.1

  • [Device compatibility] Initial Freebuds 3 support (thx @qiushixiang)
  • [Feature] Configurable per-earbud and case battery tray indicators (thx @sinanakyazici)
  • [Fix] Crash for unknown ANC level option
  • [Platform] Initial macOS packaing config and UX enhancements (not ready for production)

Full release notes »

Technical details

PublisherMelianMiko
Version0.18.1
Release date2026-09-14
LicenseGPL-3.0
Installer typenullsoft
Architecturex64, arm64
Package IDMelianMiko.OpenFreebuds

Install OpenFreebuds from the command line

Install with Windows Package Manager
winget install --id=MelianMiko.OpenFreebuds -e
Update to the latest version
winget upgrade --id=MelianMiko.OpenFreebuds -e
Uninstall
winget uninstall --id=MelianMiko.OpenFreebuds -e
Silent install with the offline installer
"openfreebuds_0.18.1_x86_64_windows.exe" /S

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OpenFreebuds version history

  • 0.18.0
  • 0.17.3
  • 0.17.1
  • 0.17.0
  • 0.16.1
  • 0.15.0
  • 0.14.1
  • 0.14.0

Frequently asked questions

Is OpenFreebuds free?

Yes. OpenFreebuds is free and open-source software released under the GPL-3.0 license.

What is the latest version of OpenFreebuds?

The latest version is 0.18.1, released on Sep 14, 2026.

Is it safe to download OpenFreebuds?

The download button links to the official installer published on github.com, the same file Windows Package Manager installs. You can verify the downloaded file by comparing its SHA-256 checksum with d5a944619984a27f48136921602c78b9367a9fc072a0b50790ae4bc4f9edae32.

Which Windows versions does OpenFreebuds support?

OpenFreebuds runs on Windows and is available for 64-bit (x64), ARM64 systems.

How do I install OpenFreebuds silently?

Run the offline installer with "openfreebuds_0.18.1_x86_64_windows.exe" /S, or install it with Windows Package Manager: winget install --id=MelianMiko.OpenFreebuds -e --silent.

How do I uninstall OpenFreebuds?

Open Settings › Apps › Installed apps, find OpenFreebuds and select Uninstall. From the command line, run winget uninstall --id=MelianMiko.OpenFreebuds -e.