Double Commander AlternativesTop File Managers and other similar apps like Double Commander

Double Commander is described as 'Cross-platform file manager with dual-panel design based on Total Commander. Features include advanced searching, tabbed browsing, and plugin support' and is a leading File Manager in the file management category. There are more than 100 alternatives to Double Commander for a variety of platforms, including Windows, Mac, Linux, BSD and Android apps. The best Double Commander alternative is Total Commander, which is free. Other great apps like Double Commander are Files, Spacedrive, Dolphin File Manager and FreeCommander.

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  1. Total Commander icon
     910 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.

    180 Total Commander alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Android
    • Android Tablet
     
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    Total Commander vs Double Commander Comments
    Guest
    Positive
    -2

    Its the father of the complete "Commander" bunch. It is very reliable and starts much faster than the double commander. The rest is very much alike. I think double commander ist a clone of the original Total commander.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    • Total Commander is Freemium and ProprietaryDouble Commander is Free and Open Source
    • Total Commander is CustomizableDouble Commander is not according to our users
  2. Files icon
     166 likes

    Advanced Windows file manager offers tabbed browsing, dual-pane drag-and-drop, column navigation, built-in archive creation and extraction, file tagging, QuickLook previews, context menu integration, quick search, and customizable appearance for streamlined organization.

    119 Files alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source (MIT)

    Application types

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    • Windows
     
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    Files vs Double Commander Comments
    Jan Klass
    0

    Double-pane is not Files primary mode, but it does support it. Files has a lot less functionality and no focus on keyboard use-/accessibility.

    • Files is Free and Open SourceDouble Commander is also Free and Open Source
    • Files is CustomizableDouble Commander is not according to our users
  3. Spacedrive icon
     153 likes

    Open-source file explorer integrates cloud, local, and offline storage across devices using a secure virtual distributed filesystem in Rust, enabling unified management, file syncing, privacy control, intuitive interface, and ownership without centralized servers.

    77 Spacedrive alternatives

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
     
  4. Usability-focused file manager for KDE desktops offering tabbed and dual-pane browsing, archive support, quick file renaming, filter-based searching, customizable icons, theme adaptation, preview modes, and extensibility with various service integrations.

    79 Dolphin File Manager alternatives

    Cost / License

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Linux
    • KDE Plasma
    • Flathub
     
  5. FreeCommander icon
     397 likes

    Dual-panel file manager with tabbed navigation, built-in viewer for multiple formats, ZIP/RAR/7z archive support, folder sync and comparison, batch renaming, search within archives, customizable keyboard shortcuts, DOS command integration, and full portability.

    116 FreeCommander alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • PortableApps.com
     
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    FreeCommander vs Double Commander Comments
    Guest
    Positive
    0

    Easy to use. Can move files easily. Free version and slightly more complex paid version. Both very good. - Jim

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    • FreeCommander is Freemium and ProprietaryDouble Commander is Free and Open Source
  6. OneCommander icon
     173 likes

    Dual-pane Windows file manager with tab support, Miller Columns layout, customizable themes, image converter, regex-based renaming, long Unicode path support, batch operations, metadata display, ToDo notes in folders, file previews, smart clipboard, and robust archive handling.

    94 OneCommander alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Windows
     
  7. Text-mode file manager for terminals with dual-pane interface enables copying, moving, deleting, and searching files locally or via remote shells. Includes internal viewer, text editor, subshell integration, broad terminal compatibility, and works over SSH.

    105 Midnight Commander alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
    • Cygwin
    • MacPorts
     
  8. Directory Opus icon
     227 likes

    Complete Explorer alternative with dual-pane navigation, folder tabs, batch renaming, built-in image and document viewer, portable device access, scriptable interface, archive and metadata support, robust search, color coding, sync tools, and high DPI compatibility.

    86 Directory Opus alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Windows
     
  9. XYplorer icon
     210 likes

    Tabbed browsing, dual pane file management, advanced search with filters, scripting and automation, customizable interface, bulk renaming, integrated file preview for various formats, portable operation without installation, user-defined commands, and multi-language support.

    94 XYplorer alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Windows
     
  10. Thunar icon
     148 likes

    Thunar is a modern file manager for the Xfce Desktop Environment. Thunar has been designed from the ground up to be fast and easy-to-use. Its user interface is clean, intuitive, and customizable. Thunar is fast and responsive with a good start up time and directory load time.

    88 Thunar alternatives

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    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Linux
    • BSD
    • Xfce
    • MacPorts
    • XQuartz
     
  11. File Explorer icon
     232 likes

    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.

    129 File Explorer alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Windows
     
  12. Q-Dir icon
     202 likes

    Q-Dir makes your files and folder easy to manage. Fast and easy access, with an amazing Quadro-View (4 panes) technique. You dont have to renounce the usual, Drag and Drop, all Views, and other functions of your system. No!

    96 Q-Dir alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • PortableApps.com
     
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    Q-Dir vs Double Commander Comments
    AlexT
    Positive
    0

    Lots of feature to search and manage your files. I use the portable version as I can't install application on my job's computer.

    • Q-Dir is Free and ProprietaryDouble Commander is Free and Open Source
    • Q-Dir is CustomizableDouble Commander is not according to our users
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