Files Alternatives

Files is described as 'Modern Windows file manager with tabbed browsing, dual-pane view, column navigation, integrated archive tools, file tagging, QuickLook support, and appearance customization' and is a very popular File Manager in the file management category. There are more than 100 alternatives to Files for a variety of platforms, including Windows, Mac, Linux, Android and Android Tablet apps. The best Files alternative is Double Commander, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like Files are Spacedrive, Total Commander, OneCommander and FreeCommander.

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  1. Finder icon

    Finder

     63 likes

    The Finder is the first thing that you see when your Mac finishes starting up. It opens automatically and stays open as you use other apps. It includes the Finder menu bar at the top of the screen and the desktop below that.

    163 Finder alternatives

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    • Free
    • Proprietary

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    • Mac
    • US flagUnited States
    Finder screenshot 1
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  2. Cairo Shell icon

    Cairo Shell

     53 likes

    Cairo is a desktop environment for Windows. Its goal is to develop a desktop experience that increases productivity and advances current technology standards.

    39 Cairo Shell alternatives

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    • Windows
    • US flagUnited States
    Cairo Shell screenshot 1
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  4. PCMan File Manager icon

    PCMan File Manager

     57 likes

    PCMan File Manager (PCManFM) is a file manager application, developed by Hong Jen Yee from Taiwan, which is meant to be a replacement for GNOME Files, Dolphin and Thunar. PCManFM is the standard file manager in LXDE, also developed by the same author in conjunction with other...

    49 PCMan File Manager alternatives

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    • Linux
    • LXDE
    • GTK
    • Qt
    • TW flagTaiwan
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  5. fman icon

    fman

     233 likes

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

    115 fman alternatives

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    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
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    • European Union flagEU
    Demonstration
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  6. Altap Salamander icon

    Altap Salamander

     50 likes

    A small and two-pane file manager with open plugin architecture. Has the ability to view content of files (text, html, over 40 picture formats, mp3), support for archives (zip, rar, arj, cab, tar/gzip, etc.), and (S)FTP support.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

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    Platforms

    • Windows
    • CZ flagCzechia
    • European Union flagEU
    Altap Salamander screenshot 1
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  8. Shuffle File Explorer icon

    Shuffle File Explorer

     6 likes

    Native macOS file manager built with Rust, featuring GPU-powered rendering, instant navigation in large folders, dual-pane split view, tabs, fuzzy command palette, terminal mode, QuickLook previews, theming options, keyboard shortcuts, and Apple Silicon support.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source (MIT)

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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • MX flagMexico
    Dual Panel
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  10. Tokie icon

    Tokie

     10 likes

    A document, a database, and a browser, all in your folders.

    63 Tokie alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

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    Platforms

    • Mac
    Tokie screenshot 1
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  11. FileFlow icon

    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 type

    Platforms

    • Android
    • Android Tablet
    • IN flagIndia
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  12. oMega Commander icon

    oMega Commander

     51 likes

    Innovative, convenient, fast, feature-packed File Manager, with a unique, powerful and, at the same time, familiar and easy to use interface, designed for all users.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

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    Platforms

    • Windows
    • US flagUnited States
    Standard window with a customized user under itself ribbon. Silver theme.
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  13. Index (Maui Applications) icon

    Index (Maui Applications)

     12 likes

    Index is a convergent file manager, it the user with a simple way to navigate and manage files. Index incorporates features such as miller columns, embedded terminal, split views, file previews, experimental WebDAV support, tags.

    67 Index (Maui Applications) alternatives

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    • Linux
    • Android
    • AppImageHub
    • Linux Mobile
    • Plasma Mobile
    • Flatpak
    • Flathub
    • MX flagMexico
    Index (Maui Applications) screenshot 1
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