PCMan File Manager AlternativesFile Managers and other similar apps like PCMan File Manager

PCMan File Manager is described as '(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' and is a popular File Manager in the file management category. There are more than 25 alternatives to PCMan File Manager for a variety of platforms, including Linux, Windows, Mac, BSD and Xfce apps. The best PCMan File Manager alternative is Double Commander, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like PCMan File Manager are Files, Spacedrive, Dolphin File Manager and GNOME Files.

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  1. Double Commander icon

    Double Commander

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    Open-source file manager with dual-panel interface, inspired by Total Commander. Supports plugin use, advanced search, tabbed browsing, and runs smoothly with background operations. Unicode and multi-platform compatibility enhance its versatility.

    129 Double Commander alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
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    • Double Commander is the most popular Windows, Mac & Linux alternative to PCMan File Manager.

    • Double Commander is the most popular Open Source & free alternative to PCMan File Manager.

    • Double Commander is Free and Open SourcePCMan File Manager is also Free and Open Source
    • Double Commander is Privacy focusedPCMan File Manager is not according to our users
  2. Files icon

    Files

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    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.

    120 Files alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Windows
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    Comments about Files as an Alternative to PCMan File Manager
    catnip-teaparty
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    pcmanfm is really simple and somewhat independent. In contrast, Files is deeply integrated into Windows' newest features as a UWP app.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
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    • Files is Free and Open SourcePCMan File Manager is also Free and Open Source
    • Files is Privacy focused and CustomizablePCMan File Manager is not according to our users
  4. Spacedrive icon

    Spacedrive

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    Organize files across many devices in one place. From cloud services to offline hard drives, Spacedrive combines the storage capacity and processing power of your devices into one personal distributed cloud, that is both secure and intuitive to use.

    76 Spacedrive alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
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  5. Dolphin File Manager icon

    Dolphin File Manager

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    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.

    78 Dolphin File Manager alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Linux
    • KDE Plasma
    • Flathub
    • Windows
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  6. GNOME Files icon

    GNOME Files

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    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.

    64 GNOME Files alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Linux
    • GNOME
    • MacPorts
    • XQuartz
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    Comments about GNOME Files as an Alternative to PCMan File Manager
    Nuncio Bitis
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    Files doesn't have a directory tree.

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    • GNOME Files is Free and Open SourcePCMan File Manager is also Free and Open Source
    • GNOME Files is Privacy focusedPCMan File Manager is not according to our users
  7. Midnight Commander icon

    Midnight Commander

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    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...

    103 Midnight Commander alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
    • Cygwin
    • MacPorts
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  9. Thunar icon

    Thunar

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    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.

    87 Thunar alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Linux
    • BSD
    • Xfce
    • MacPorts
    • XQuartz
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  10. 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.

    128 File Explorer alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Windows
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  11. Far Manager icon

    Far Manager

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    Far Manager is a program for managing files and archives in Windows operating systems. Far Manager works in text mode and provides a simple and intuitive interface for performing most of the necessary actions:

    104 Far Manager alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

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    • Windows
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  13. Krusader icon

    Krusader

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    Krusader is an advanced twin panel (commander style) file manager for KDE Plasma and other desktops in the *nix world.

    55 Krusader alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Linux
    • XQuartz
    • KDE Plasma
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  14. Nemo icon

    Nemo

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    Nemo is the official file manager for the Linux Mint operating system running the Cinnamon desktop. It re-introduced several features removed from the file manager Nautilus, from which it originated.

    22 Nemo alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

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    Platforms

    • Linux
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