BentoDesk is a next-generation bento-box organizer for the Windows desktop, powered by Rust and built for quiet elegance. Keep files in reach and noise out of sight: organize the desktop into zones and stacks that open, bloom, and go quiet again. The installer is per-user, fully offline and bilingual.
Publisher’s description
What is BentoDesk?
BentoDesk is open-source Windows software in the notes & to-do category. It is written in Rust.
Installation and requirements
The publisher provides EXE (NSIS) installers for 64-bit Windows. It can be installed for the current user only, without administrator rights. A silent install is possible with the installer’s documented switches.
Updates and version history
The current version is 2.2.0, released on August 19, 2026. The version history goes back to August 11, 2026: 3 releases, all linked to the official files.
Popularity and file types
The source code on GitHub (ZRainbow1275/bentodesk) has 171 stars. Similar programs include Obsidian, Logseq and QOwnNotes.
Project description on GitHub: “A next-generation bento-box organizer for the Windows desktop—powered by Rust, built for quiet elegance.”
Pros / Cons
Pros
- Open source: the code can be inspected and built by anyone
- Documented silent install
- Installs without administrator rights
Cons
- No native ARM64 build
In short: BentoDesk is an open-source notes & to-do tool for 64-bit PCs. Administrators can deploy it unattended.
Is BentoDesk safe to download?
- The file is served by github.com, the publisher’s own domain
- The download link uses HTTPS
- A SHA256 hash is published, so you can verify the file:
21049E8BE98964EE344FB9F6E8B6C3386770AC006635F46FE641AF9448595E42· Open the VirusTotal report for this hash - The link has not been checked yet
- The source code is public
- ExeAtlas does not host, wrap or modify installers
Related guide: How to check a file’s SHA256 hash on Windows
Recent versions
All 3 versions ›| Version | Date | Size | Files |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.2.0Latest | August 19, 2026 | — | 64-bit EXE (NSIS) |
| 2.1.0 | August 14, 2026 | — | 64-bit EXE (NSIS) |
| 2.0.9 | August 11, 2026 | — | 64-bit EXE (NSIS) |
Install from the command line
Silent install ›winget install --id ZRainbow1275.BentoDesk -eBentoDesk-2.2.0-windows-x64-setup.exe /S /ACCEPTAGREEMENT /ACCEPTPRIVACYRelated guide: How to use winget: install and update apps
Information
- Category
- Notes & to-do
- Licence
- AGPL-3.0
- Price
- Free
- Source code
- github.com/ZRainbow1275/bentodesk
- Written in
- Rust
- Requires
- Windows 11 / 10
- Architecture
- 64-bit
- Installer
- EXE (NSIS)
- Version
- 2.2.0
- Released
- August 19, 2026
- Added to the catalogue
- August 19, 2026
- Versions listed
- 3
- GitHub stars
- 171
- GitHub forks
- 13
- Website
- github.com
- winget ID
- ZRainbow1275.BentoDesk
Ratings and reviews
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Frequently asked questions
Is BentoDesk free?
Yes. BentoDesk is open-source software under the AGPL-3.0 licence.
Is BentoDesk safe to download?
The download comes from github.com, which belongs to the publisher; ExeAtlas does not host or change the file. Compare its SHA256 hash with the one shown here, or open the VirusTotal report for that hash.
How do I install BentoDesk with winget?
Open PowerShell or Windows Terminal and run the winget command shown on this page. winget downloads the official installer and checks its SHA256 hash before running it.
Can BentoDesk be installed silently?
Yes. The silent install page lists the exact command for each installer.
Does BentoDesk run on ARM (Windows on Arm)?
There is no ARM64 build; Windows 11 on Arm can run the 64-bit version through emulation.
Where can I download an older version of BentoDesk?
The versions page lists all 3 versions with links to their official installer files, back to August 11, 2026.
Can I use BentoDesk without administrator rights?
Yes, there is a per-user installer that does not need administrator rights.
What are alternatives to BentoDesk?
Obsidian, Logseq, QOwnNotes, Evernote and Super Productivity. The alternatives page compares them.
