Directory Opus Alternatives for Linux

Directory Opus is not available for Linux but there are plenty of alternatives that runs on Linux with similar functionality. The best Linux alternative is Double Commander, which is both free and Open Source. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 50 alternatives to Directory Opus and 19 are available for Linux so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting Linux alternatives to Directory Opus are Dolphin File Manager, Midnight Commander, GNOME Files and fman.

Directory Opus alternatives are mainly File Managers but may also be FTP Clients or File Archivers. Filter by these if you want a narrower list of alternatives or looking for a specific functionality of Directory Opus.

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Double Commander
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Free • Open Source
File Manager
File Sync Tool
Windows
Linux
BSD
Mac
127 Double Commander alternatives
Double Commander is a cross-platform open source file manager with two panels side by side. It is inspired by Total Commander and features some new ideas.
- - Double Commander is the most popular Windows, Mac & Linux alternative to Directory Opus.
- - Double Commander is the most popular Open Source & free alternative to Directory Opus.
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Double Commander Features
1. Batch Rename FilesDouble Commander supports renaming of different types of files or data in large batches.
2. Extensible by Plugins/ExtensionsDouble Commander can be extended with add-ons, plugins and extensions.
3. PortableDouble Commander can be used from a USB stick or similar with no prior installation.
4. Ad-freeDouble Commander doesn't contain any form of external advertising.
5. Dark ModeDouble Commander supports dark mode for comfortable usage in low light conditions.
Dual Pane Support
Configurable
Two-panel file manager
Folder Sync
TC plug-in's support
Multiplatform
Multiple Files Renaming
Support for Keyboard Shortcuts
Multi-tabs
Plug-ins
Comments about Double Commander as a Alternative to Directory Opus
Most users think Double Commander is a great Directory Opus alternative.
bVork
It has features that are only in the $89 AUD version of Directory Opus like flat file view and full customization of the toolbar. I bought the $49 AUD Directory Opus Light version and prefer to use Double Commander.
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Guest
Because it has the same and/or similar features and functionality as Directory Opus.
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Dolphin File Manager
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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
Midnight Commander
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Free • Open Source
File Manager
FTP Client
Mac
Windows
Linux
BSD
Cygwin
MacPorts
103 Midnight Commander alternatives
GNU Midnight Commander is a visual file manager, licensed under GNU General Public License and therefore qualifies as Free Software. Its a feature rich full-screen text mode application that allows you to copy, move and delete files and whole directory trees, search for files...
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Midnight Commander Features
1. LightweightMidnight Commander consumes less device resources compared to similar apps.
Console-based
Support for FTP
Dual Pane Support
Two panels
Support for SFTP
SSH
Mounting drives
Minimalistic
GNOME Files
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Free • Open Source
File Manager
Mac
Linux
MacPorts
XQuartz
58 GNOME Files alternatives
GNOME Files, formerly known as Nautilus, is the official file manager for the GNOME desktop, giving the user a simple way to navigate and manage its files.
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GNOME Files Features
1. LightweightGNOME Files consumes less device resources compared to similar apps.
2. Dark ModeGNOME Files supports dark mode for comfortable usage in low light conditions.
3. Extensible by Plugins/ExtensionsGNOME Files can be extended with add-ons, plugins and extensions.
Tabbed interface
Favorites
Bookmarks
Thumbnails
Support for FTP
fman
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Freemium • Proprietary
File Manager
Mac
Windows
Linux
101 fman alternatives
The most modern dual-pane file manager. For Windows, Mac and Linux.
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fman Features
1. Extensible by Plugins/Extensionsfman can be extended with add-ons, plugins and extensions.
Plugin API
Dual Pane Support
Keyboard Shortcuts
PCMan File Manager
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Free • Open Source
File Manager
Linux
Xfce
42 PCMan File Manager alternatives
An extremely fast and lightweight file manager which features tabbed browsing and user-friendly interface.
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PCMan File Manager Features
1. LightweightPCMan File Manager consumes less device resources compared to similar apps.
Tree view
Tabbed browsing
Sigma File Manager
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Free • Open Source
File Manager
File Search Utility
Windows
Linux
52 Sigma File Manager alternatives
"Sigma File Manager" is a free, open-source, quickly evolving, modern file manager (explorer / finder) app for Windows and Linux.
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Sigma File Manager Features
1. Dark ModeSigma File Manager supports dark mode for comfortable usage in low light conditions.
2. No registration requiredYou can use most of the features in Sigma File Manager without registration.
3. Ad-freeSigma File Manager doesn't contain any form of external advertising.
4. Works OfflineSigma File Manager can be used without the need to connect to the internet.
5. No TrackingSigma File Manager will not track you or use your personal data.
6. Support for ThemesYou can use themes and templates to change the look and feel of Sigma File Manager.
7. File TaggingSigma File Manager can organize and highlight your files with tags and labels.
8. Support for scriptingSigma File Manager supports scripts and macros to automate or customize tasks.
9. Privacy focusedSigma File Manager is considered a privacy friendly alternative.
Integrated File Sharing
Group tabs
Built-in archiver
JumpFm
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Free • Open Source
File Manager
Mac
Windows
Linux
Electron / Atom Shell
110 JumpFm alternatives
JumpFm is a minimalistic dual panel file manager (currently released only for Windows, Mac, and Linux) that lets you navigate your file system very efficiently.
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JumpFm Features
1. Dark ModeJumpFm supports dark mode for comfortable usage in low light conditions.
Dual Pane Support
Minimalistic
Windows-like
Electron based
Discontinued
The last release was in 2017, but you can still download it and use it.
Pantheon Files
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Free • Open Source
File Manager
Linux
19 Pantheon Files alternatives
The simple, powerful, and sexy file manager from elementary OS.
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Pantheon Files Features
Miller columns
View in columns
Tabbed interface
Xfe
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Free • Open Source
File Manager
Linux
BSD
Xfce
72 Xfe alternatives
X File Explorer (Xfe) is an MS-Explorer or Commander like file manager for X. It is based on the popular, but discontinued, X Win Commander, originally developed by Maxim Baranov.
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Xfe Features
Dual Pane Support
GNOME Commander
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Free • Open Source
File Manager
Linux
81 GNOME Commander alternatives
GNOME Commander is a "two-pane" graphical file manager for the GNOME desktop environment. GNOME Commander aims to fulfill the demands of more advanced users who like to focus on file management, their work through special applications and running smart commands.
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GNOME Commander Features
1. Dark ModeGNOME Commander supports dark mode for comfortable usage in low light conditions.
2. Support for scriptingGNOME Commander supports scripts and macros to automate or customize tasks.
3. Extensible by Plugins/ExtensionsGNOME Commander can be extended with add-ons, plugins and extensions.
Dual Pane Support
Support for FTP
Polo File Manager
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Freemium • Open Source
File Manager
Linux
17 Polo File Manager alternatives
Polo is a modern, light-weight file manager for Linux with support for multiple panes and tabs; support for archives, and much more.
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Polo File Manager Features
Quadruple-pane functionality
Built-in terminal emulation