File Copy Utilities

Sometimes a simple copy/paste job isn’t enough to encompass mass data transfer or mirroring. Big copy jobs call for big copy apps. You’ll find many specialized options to facilitate your specific copying needs on this page. Some emphasize pause/resume support, while others highlight the ability to copy files from multiple folders all into one folder.

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Total Commander
Freemium • Proprietary
File Manager
FTP Client
File Search Utility
Windows
Android
Android Tablet
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Total Commander is a Shareware file manager for Windows.
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Total Commander Features
1. Batch Rename FilesTotal Commander supports renaming of different types of files or data in large batches.
2. LightweightTotal Commander consumes less device resources compared to similar apps.
3. Dark ModeTotal Commander supports dark mode for comfortable usage in low light conditions.
4. PortableTotal Commander can be used from a USB stick or similar with no prior installation.
Dual Pane Support
Customizable
Support for FTP
Tabbed interface
Quick search
Directory sync
Split-screen view
ZIP File Mounting
Built-in player
Multiple languages
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TeraCopy
Freemium • Proprietary
File Copy Utility
File Manager
Mac
Windows
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A free utility designed to copy files faster and more secure. It can verify copied files to ensure they are identical. It skips bad files during copy, not terminating the entire transfer. Seamless integration with Windows Explorer.
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TeraCopy Features
1. Windows Explorer ExtensionTeraCopy can extend Windows Explorer in various ways, for example add context menu options, etc..
2. PortableTeraCopy can be used from a USB stick or similar with no prior installation.
3. LightweightTeraCopy consumes less device resources compared to similar apps.
4. Dark ModeTeraCopy supports dark mode for comfortable usage in low light conditions.
5. Works OfflineTeraCopy can be used without the need to connect to the internet.
6. No registration requiredYou can use most of the features in TeraCopy without registration.
Shell integration
Queued Operations
SHA256
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Dolphin File Manager
Free • Open Source
File Manager
FTP Client
File Renamer
Linux
KDE
Flathub
73 Dolphin File Manager alternatives
Dolphin is a file manager for KDE focusing on usability. Has three view modes: Icon, Detail and it used to have Column View like in Finder (it is not available in current version due to problems with maintaibility). Supports FTP, SCP and other protocols. Highly configurable.
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Dolphin File Manager Features
1. LightweightDolphin File Manager consumes less device resources compared to similar apps.
2. Batch Rename FilesDolphin File Manager supports renaming of different types of files or data in large batches.
3. Ad-freeDolphin File Manager doesn't contain any form of external advertising.
4. PortableDolphin File Manager can be used from a USB stick or similar with no prior installation.
5. Works OfflineDolphin File Manager can be used without the need to connect to the internet.
6. Live PreviewInstantly see what your files and documents look like as you create them.
7. Dark ModeDolphin File Manager supports dark mode for comfortable usage in low light conditions.
8. No registration requiredYou can use most of the features in Dolphin File Manager without registration.
9. Built-in viewerDolphin File Manager shows you a quick preview of an image, page or file in supported formats.
Split-screen view
Tree view
File preview
Built-in terminal emulation
KDE Plasma integration
Network protocols
Thumbnails
SSH
Remote File Access
Splitted view
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FastCopy
Freemium • Proprietary
File Copy Utility
File Manager
Windows
PortableApps.com
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FastCopy is the fastest copy, delete, & sync software on Windows. It uses modern checksum verification to ensure copy accuracy and data integrity. It handles long Unicode path names over MAX_PATH (260 bytes), and automatically optimizes copy mode operations between the same...
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FastCopy Features
1. No TrackingFastCopy will not track you or use your personal data.
2. Ad-freeFastCopy doesn't contain any form of external advertising.
3. Command line interfaceFastCopy either have CLI support or is a CLI-only app.
4. PortableFastCopy can be used from a USB stick or similar with no prior installation.
5. LightweightFastCopy consumes less device resources compared to similar apps.
Folder Sync
Synchronization
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File Explorer
Free • Proprietary
File Manager
File Search Utility
File Renamer
Windows
120 File Explorer alternatives
File Explorer is a file manager application that is included with releases of the Microsoft Windows operating system from Windows 95 onwards. It is sometimes referred to as the Windows shell, explorer.exe, or simply "Explorer".
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File Explorer Features
Windows Compatible
Built-in Image viewer
Bundled with Windows
Tabbed interface
Graphical User Interface
File Storage
Folder Size
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Robocopy
Free • Proprietary
File Copy Utility
File Sync Tool
Windows
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Robocopy, or "Robust File Copy", is a command-line directory replication command. It has been available as part of the Windows Resource Kit starting with Windows NT 4.0, and was introduced as a standard feature of Windows Vista, Windows 7 and Windows Server 2008.
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Robocopy Features
1. Command line interfaceRobocopy either have CLI support or is a CLI-only app.
2. PortableRobocopy can be used from a USB stick or similar with no prior installation.
3. No registration requiredYou can use most of the features in Robocopy without registration.
4. Works OfflineRobocopy can be used without the need to connect to the internet.
5. Ad-freeRobocopy doesn't contain any form of external advertising.
Folder Sync
Synchronization
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Ultracopier
Freemium • Open Source
File Copy Utility
Mac
Windows
Linux
29 Ultracopier alternatives
Ultracopier replaces Windows explorer file copy and adds many features: Transfer resuming, transfer speed control, transfer speed computation, better transfer progress display, faster transfers, copy list editable while transferring.
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Ultracopier Features
1. PortableUltracopier can be used from a USB stick or similar with no prior installation.
Multiple languages
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SuperCopier
Free • Open Source
File Copy Utility
Mac
Windows
Linux
29 SuperCopier alternatives
SuperCopier replaces Windows explorer file copy and adds many features: Transfer resuming, transfer speed control, transfer speed computation, better transfer progress display, faster transfers, copy list editable while transferring.
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SuperCopier Features
1. PortableSuperCopier can be used from a USB stick or similar with no prior installation.
Copy & paste actions
Discontinued
The official website states "Deprecated, use Ultracopier".SuperCopier 1.4.0.8 was built 2016-01-02.
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Roadkil's Unstoppable Copier
Free • Proprietary
File Copy Utility
Windows
Linux
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This is a file copier, like TeraCopy, FastCopy ... plus ... capable of recovering some damaged files
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Roadkil's Unstoppable Copier Features
1. PortableRoadkil's Unstoppable Copier can be used from a USB stick or similar with no prior installation.
Discontinued
Last update from 17 September 2010, see http://www.roadkil.net/program.php/P29/Unstoppable Copier
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Copywhiz
Paid • Proprietary
File Copy Utility
Windows
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Crazy & Smart File Copy Program for Windows that lets you have more control when copying files in Windows. Also automate complex tasks & save hours.
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Copywhiz Features
1. Incremental BackupCopywhiz supports incremental backups (only back up the changed or new-added data since the last backup).
2. Selective SynchronizationCopywhiz allows you to pick which files are synced between the server and your devices.
3. PortableCopywhiz can be used from a USB stick or similar with no prior installation.
4. Command line interfaceCopywhiz either have CLI support or is a CLI-only app.
5. Automatic BackupCopywhiz will automatically back up your data periodically.
6. Schedule BackupCopywhiz supports scheduling of your backups at specific times or intervals.
Exclude files and folders
Shell integration
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Copy Handler
Free • Open Source
File Copy Utility
Windows
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Copy Handler is a free software for Windows systems, which allows you to take full control over the file copy and move operations. Program is highly customizable and fully integrates with the operating system.
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Copy Handler Features
1. PortableCopy Handler can be used from a USB stick or similar with no prior installation.
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Karen's Replicator
Free Personal • Proprietary
File Sync Tool
Windows
78 Karen's Replicator alternatives
Karen's Replicator copies selected files from one drive/folder to another. Source and Destination folders can reside anywhere on your network.

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XCOPY
Free • Proprietary
File Copy Utility
Windows
MS-DOS
18 XCOPY alternatives
XCOPY is a command used on PC DOS, MS-DOS, OS/2, Microsoft Windows, and related operating systems for copying multiple files or entire directory trees from one directory to another and for copying files across a network.
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XCOPY Features
1. Command line interfaceXCOPY either have CLI support or is a CLI-only app.
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RichCopy
Free • Proprietary
File Copy Utility
Windows
28 RichCopy alternatives
Trust me when I tell you, this is the answer to all your file copying needs. What youll find most striking the first time you take RichCopy out for a spin is that its a multithreaded copying tool. That means that rather than copying one file at a time in serial order, RichCopy...

Discontinued
The program is no longer updated. Last version, 4.0.211, released in October 2009, can be still downloaded from the official website.
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MiniCopier
Free • Open Source
File Copy Utility
Mac
Windows
Linux
25 MiniCopier alternatives
MiniCopier is a multi-platform graphical copy manager. It lets you queue different transfers, resume a copy that has failed, limit the speed or pause the copy. If a transfer fails, an error is logged and the rest of the queue is treated. MiniCopier uses a system of drag-and-dro.

Discontinued
The program seems to be no longer updated. Last version, 0.5, released in May 2009, can be still downloaded from the official website.
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FastCopy Features

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File Explorer Features

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Robocopy Features

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Ultracopier Features

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SuperCopier Features

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Roadkil's Unstoppable Copier Features

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Copywhiz Features

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