Totally agree with both of you, used Redis across many projects over the years. But for quick local dev or if you’re not into containers or Linux layers, there’s another option I often suggest: Memurai. It’s a Redis-compatible server built specifically for Windows, so it gives you a more ‘native’ feel if you’re set on a true ‘redis windows’ solution. It’s not open source, but they offer a free developer edition that does the job really well, especially if you just need Redis for testing or prototyping on a Windows machine.