Free File Explorer Alternatives
The best free alternative to File Explorer is Double Commander, which is also Open Source. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 100 alternatives to File Explorer and loads of them is free so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting free alternatives to File Explorer are Total Commander, Files, FreeCommander and Q-Dir.
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File Explorer alternatives are mainly File Managers but may also be File Search Utilities or FTP Clients. Other popular filters includes Windows + Open Source and Windows + Free. Filter by these or use the filter bar below if you want a narrower list of alternatives or looking for a specific functionality of File Explorer.- File Manager
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6 likes60 Fover alternativesIntroducing Fover, a fresh approach to file management on your macOS device. With Fover, moving files and folders becomes a breeze, taking just three simple steps: drag and drop files into the app, specify the destination folder, and click the move button.
Fover VS File Explorer
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15 likes116 JumpFm alternativesJumpFm is a minimalistic dual panel file manager (currently released only for Windows, Mac, and Linux) that lets you navigate your file system very efficiently.
License model
- Free • Open Source
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- Mac
- Windows
- Linux
- Electron
JumpFm Features
DiscontinuedThe last release was in 2017, but you can still download it and use it.
JumpFm VS File Explorer
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11 likes53 Better Explorer alternativesThis is a replacement for the standard Windows Explorer with more features for more convenience.
License model
- Free • Open Source
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Platforms
- Windows
- Windows Explorer
Better Explorer Features
BundlewareBe careful during the installation: https://alternativeto.net/discussions/applications/11718/be-careful-in-the-installation/
Better Explorer VS File Explorer
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23 likes85 Vifm alternativesVifm is a file manager with curses interface, which provides Vi[m]-like environment for managing objects within file systems, extended with some useful ideas from mutt.
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Vifm VS File Explorer
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4 likes3 FileExplorer alternativesFile Explorer is a Windows file manager application that has an interface similar to Windows Explorer. However, it browses and indexes folders faster than the default Explorer. It also has many features that are not available in Windows Explorer, such as tabs and bulk file...
FileExplorer VS File Explorer
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14 likes106 FenrirFS alternativesFenrirFS is a file management application that allows you to organize and label files using colors, stars, and tags, preview files without opening them, and automatically sync folders.
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FenrirFS VS File Explorer
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24 likes75 Nomad.NET alternativesNomad.NET is a powerful dual-pane file manager complete with breadcrumbs, thumbnails, integration with explorer plugins, and even support for multiple tabs.
DiscontinuedLast release is from 2016. See here: http://www.nomad-net.info/news
Nomad.NET VS File Explorer
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1 like10 InShot File Manager alternativesFile Manager, a powerful & easy-to-use file manager & file explorer with desktop-grade features, helps you handle ALL your files efficiently.
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License model
- Freemium • Proprietary
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Platforms
- Android
- Android Tablet
InShot File Manager VS File Explorer
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60 likes72 Unreal Commander alternativesVery powerfull two-panel interface commander. Unreal Commander has UNICODE support, Extended search of files, Multi-rename tool, Synchronization of directories, Support of archives ZIP, RAR, ACE, CAB, JAR, TAR, LHA, GZ, TGZ , Built-in FTP client, Folder tabs, Support of...
License model
- Freemium • Proprietary
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Platforms
- Windows
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Unreal Commander VS File Explorer
Is Unreal Commander a good alternative to File Explorer?
3 likes39 Files by Microsoft alternativesFiles is a free app for managing files on your Windows Phone. By using this app you can: • Access files stored on your phone and SD card • Browse, search and launch files • Easily share one file or multiple files • Create folders to organize your files • Copy, move, rename and d.
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DiscontinuedThe app was integrated into Windows Phone OS, which is no longer supported by Microsoft
Files by Microsoft VS File Explorer
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Comments about FenrirFS as an Alternative to File Explorer
This and Sleipnir make an excellent file manager/Internet AiO software package, especially for those who like Japanese things. It has an English version of course, though. :)