Dir AlternativesFile Managers and other similar apps like Dir

Dir is described as ': A modern Android File Manager. Fork of OI File Manager' and is a File Manager in the file management category. There are more than 25 alternatives to Dir for a variety of platforms, including Android, Android Tablet, F-Droid, Windows and iPhone apps. The best Dir alternative is Total Commander, which is free. Other great apps like Dir are Fossify File Manager, Amaze File Manager, Solid Explorer and Files by Google.

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Dir alternatives page was last updated Apr 10, 2025

Total Commander
905 likes
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
File Manager
File Search Utility
Origin
Switzerland
Platforms
Windows
Android
Android Tablet
+1
Is Total Commander a good alternative to Dir?
Total Commander is the most popular Windows, Android & Android Tablet alternative to Dir.
Total Commander is the most popular free alternative to Dir.
Total Commander is Freemium and ProprietaryDir is Free and Open Source
Total Commander is Customizable and LightweightDir is not according to our users
Fossify File Manager
47 likes
Tired of file managers that slow you down and invade your privacy? Unlock a lightning-fast, secure, and completely customizable experience with Fossify File Manager. ?
61 Fossify File Manager alternatives
Cost / License
Free
Open Source
Application type
File Manager
Origin
India
Platforms
Android
Android Tablet
F-Droid
Is Fossify File Manager a good alternative to Dir?
Fossify File Manager is the most popular Open Source alternative to Dir.
Fossify File Manager is Free and Open SourceDir is also Free and Open Source
Fossify File Manager is Privacy focused, Lightweight and CustomizableDir is not according to our users
Amaze File Manager
100 likes
Amaze File Manager is an intuitive, open-source file manager for Android that's both free and ad-free (no upgrade offers, no popups, no ads at all). It's based on Material Design guidelines so it sits very nicely alongside the stock Android experience from Google and...
59 Amaze File Manager alternatives
Cost / License
Free
Open Source
Application types
File Manager
File Search Utility
Origin
India
Platforms
Android
Android Tablet
F-Droid
+6
Is Amaze File Manager a good alternative to Dir?
Solid Explorer
82 likes
Solid Explorer is the best looking file and cloud manager with two independent panels, which brings to you a new file browsing experience.
65 Solid Explorer alternatives
Cost / License
Freemium
Proprietary
Application types
File Manager
File Search Utility
Origin
Poland
EU
Platforms
Android
+9
Is Solid Explorer a good alternative to Dir?
Files by Google
20 likes
Free up space on your phone.
117 Files by Google alternatives
Cost / License
Free
Proprietary
Application types
File Manager
Duplicate File Finder
Origin
United States
Platforms
Android
Android Tablet
Is Files by Google a good alternative to Dir?
FileFlow
6 likes
FileFlow Plus is an advanced Android file manager that works 100% offline, designed for users who value speed, privacy, and clarity.
Cost / License
Free
Proprietary
Application types
File Manager
File Search Utility
Origin
India
Platforms
Android
Android Tablet
Is FileFlow a good alternative to Dir?
Ghost Commander
56 likes
Ghost Commander is a file manager with two panels for the Android™ platform. Its development was inspired by the famous (Norton|Midnight|Total) Commander desktop applications, so if you are familiar with those great programs, you will find Ghost Commander a familiar and very...
55 Ghost Commander alternatives
Cost / License
Free
Open Source
Application type
File Manager
Origin
Russia
Platforms
Android
Android Tablet
F-Droid
+4
Is Ghost Commander a good alternative to Dir?
X-plore
55 likes
X-plore is a file manager for mobile phones, with wide range of functions on the file system of your mobile device.
37 X-plore alternatives
Cost / License
Freemium
Proprietary
Application type
File Manager
Origin
Slovakia
EU
Platforms
Android
Android Tablet
Kindle Fire
+9
Is X-plore a good alternative to Dir?
Simple File Manager
20 likes
Simple File Manager is a super quick & professional file and folder manager for Android devices.
Cost / License
Freemium (Pay once)
Proprietary
Application type
File Manager
Origin
Israel
Alerts
Warning
Platforms
Android
Android Tablet
F-Droid
Is Simple File Manager a good alternative to Dir?
ASTRO File Manager
68 likes
The ASTRO File Manager helps you get the most out of your Android smart phone.

It allows you to manage files on your phone without the need for a computer. Operations you can perform: copy, paste, move, delete, open with other apps, create and folders, etc. What’s convenient ab.
Cost / License
Freemium (Pay once)
Proprietary
Application types
File Manager
File Archiver
Origin
United States
Platforms
Android
Is ASTRO File Manager a good alternative to Dir?
File Commander (MobiSystems)
7 likes
File Commander is a feature-rich file explorer allowing you to access both local and remote files stored in the cloud including: Google Drive, DropBox, Amazon Cloud Drive, and more.
Cost / License
Freemium
Proprietary
Application type
File Manager
Origin
Bulgaria
EU
Platforms
Android
Android Tablet
Chromecast
+9
Is this a good alternative to Dir?
Secure File Manager
10 likes
Secure File Manager is open source file manager for keeping your files in safe. Hiding files or encrypting files.
Cost / License
Free
Open Source
Application type
File Manager
Origin
International
Platforms
Android
F-Droid
Is Secure File Manager a good alternative to Dir?