ripgrep
BurntSushi · current 15.2.0
The current version of ripgrep is 15.2.0 (as of 16/07/2026). patchletter checks the official source daily and emails you every new release.
ripgrep at a glance
ripgrep (rg) is a very fast open-source command-line search tool that recursively searches directories with regex, respecting gitignore — a modern, beloved replacement for grep in many workflows. ripgrep ships regular releases plus fixes; it's a focused developer and admin tool.
For admins ripgrep is low-risk and often installed per-user or from the distribution. The update driver is features, performance and bug fixes rather than security. Its value is operational: it searches large codebases and log directories dramatically faster than traditional tools, making it a staple for investigation and troubleshooting. There's little to maintain beyond keeping a current version for new features and platform support. It's also embedded in editors and other tools as a search backend. Related modern CLI tools (fd, bat) complement it. Keep it current and enjoy the speed. Patchletter surfaces new ripgrep releases so fixes and features land.
Version history & changelog · as detected by patchletter
| Version | Channel | Date | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15.2.0 | STABLE | 16/07/2026 | – |
| 15.1.0 | STABLE | 08/07/2026 | – |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the latest version of ripgrep?
- ripgrep 15.2.0, released 16/07/2026. patchletter checks the vendor's official source daily for new releases.
- Where can I find the ripgrep release notes?
- The version history above links to the vendor's official release notes where the vendor publishes them. patchletter deliberately stores no vendor full texts.
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