BrightExplorer AlternativesFile Managers and other similar apps like BrightExplorer

BrightExplorer is described as 'We tabbified your current Windows File Explorer by wrapping BrightExplorer around it, and added other advanced functionality for example a brand new favourite panel!' and is a File Manager in the file management category. There are more than 10 alternatives to BrightExplorer for a variety of platforms, including Windows, File Explorer, Mac, Finder and Linux apps. The best BrightExplorer alternative is Total Commander, which is free. Other great apps like BrightExplorer are File Explorer, QTTabBar, Clover and Tablacus Explorer.

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  1. Total Commander icon

    Total Commander

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    A versatile file manager offering side-by-side dual-pane for intuitive navigation, powerful built-in FTP client, extensive archive format support, robust file comparison tool with editor, advanced multi-rename using regular expressions, and scalable customization options.

    176 Total Commander alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Pay once)
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Android
    • Android Tablet
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    • Total Commander is the most popular Windows, Android & Android Tablet alternative to BrightExplorer.

    • Total Commander is the most popular free alternative to BrightExplorer.

    • Total Commander is Freemium and ProprietaryBrightExplorer is also Freemium and Proprietary
    • Total Commander is Customizable and LightweightBrightExplorer is not according to our users
  2. File Explorer icon

    File Explorer

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    Manage your files using a graphical interface with offline capabilities, no registration, zip support, and a lightweight design. Enjoy features like dark mode and ad-free usage on Windows. Known as Explorer, it helps present the taskbar and desktop elements since Windows 95.

    127 File Explorer alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Windows
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  4. QTTabBar icon

    QTTabBar

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    QTTabBar is an extension for Windows Explorer that brings tabbed browsing to Microsoft's file browser. It comes with a number of nifty features including a favorites function for launching folders and applications, groupings of folders that can be opened together, tooltip...

    34 QTTabBar alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Windows Explorer
    Tabbed Explorer
     

    • QTTabBar is the most popular Open Source alternative to BrightExplorer.

    • QTTabBar is Free and Open SourceBrightExplorer is Freemium and Proprietary
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    TidyTabs

    Elevate desktop productivity with tabbed functionality across applications. TidyTabs integrates seamlessly with Windows, allowing tab organization, reordering, and renaming. It supports various applications like Explorer and Offi...

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  6. Clover icon

    Clover

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    Wings for your Windows Explorer!

    Clover is an extension of the Windows Explorer, to add multi-tab functionality similar to Google Chrome browser. After Clover is installed, you will be able to open multiple folders in tabs within the same window, and you can also be able to add.

    12 Clover alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Alerts

    • Discontinued
    • Bundleware

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Windows Explorer
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  7. Tablacus Explorer icon

    Tablacus Explorer

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    Tablacus Explorer is a tabbed file manager with Add-on support.

    Tabbed interface Add-on support Customizable association, menus, keys, mouse gestures, alias Completely Portable, No installation required Multiple language and Unicode support Open source .

    44 Tablacus Explorer alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
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  8. TidyTabs icon

    TidyTabs

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    Elevate desktop productivity with tabbed functionality across applications. TidyTabs integrates seamlessly with Windows, allowing tab organization, reordering, and renaming. It supports various applications like Explorer and Office, working with AquaSnap for window snapping and tiling.

    15 TidyTabs alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free Personal
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
    Tabbify everything
     
  10. fman icon

    fman

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    The most modern dual-pane file manager. For Windows, Mac and Linux.

    105 fman alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Pay once or Subscription)
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
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    • fman is the most popular Mac & Linux alternative to BrightExplorer.

    • fman is Freemium and ProprietaryBrightExplorer is also Freemium and Proprietary
  11. Path Finder icon

    Path Finder

     56 likes
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    Path Finder is a standalone Finder replacement that takes the Finder's familiar interface and adds numerous powerful features and interface innovations to help anyone be more productive on macOS.

    50 Path Finder alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Pay once
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
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    • Path Finder is the most popular commercial alternative to BrightExplorer.

    • Path Finder is Paid and ProprietaryBrightExplorer is Freemium and Proprietary
    • Path Finder is LightweightBrightExplorer is not according to our users
  12. Stardock Groupy icon

    Stardock Groupy

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    Enhance your workflow on Windows with a tabbed interface that organizes multiple applications. Drag and drop windows together, preview contents by mouseover, and copy files between Explorer tabs easily. It's a powerful tool from Stardock to streamline your productivity.

    13 Stardock Groupy alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Pay once
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
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  14. WindowTabs icon

    WindowTabs

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    Adds tabbed browsing to desktop windows, letting users drag, group, and organize application windows into tabbed sets for improved multitasking, navigation, and clutter reduction. Works with most Windows programs and supports both open source and original features.

    34 WindowTabs alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Platforms

    • Windows
    Tabbed Application
     
  15. WinBrowser icon

    WinBrowser

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    WinBrowser features a multi-column interface as used on the Macintosh resulting in the most elegant file manager available for Windows today.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Pay once)
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Windows
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