memchr Alternatives
Safer and better-maintained options, ranked by Nerq Trust Score. Updated 2026-05-07.
memchr has a Nerq Trust Score of 63 (C+). Provides extremely fast (uses SIMD on x86_64, aarch64 and wasm32) routines for 1, 2 or 3 byte search and single substring search.
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FAQ
What are the best alternatives to memchr?
The top alternatives based on Nerq Trust Score are listed above, all independently evaluated for security and reliability.
Is it safe to switch from memchr?
Check each alternative's safety report by clicking its name. Trust scores above 70 indicate strong reliability.
How does Nerq rank memchr alternatives?
Alternatives are ranked by Trust Score v2, combining security, maintenance, documentation, and community signals.