File managers (144 programs)
Pros: Quick search function.. Simple user interface.. Application can be used by people with basic computing skills.. Works well on older PC’s..
Cons: Application can cause system hangs/crashes from time to time.. Application has not been updated recently.. Search function requires a little refinement.. No advanced features..
Pros: One-click functionality. Saves time and repute. Ensures zero loss of files. Configurable.
Cons: May not work as advertised at times. Restoring the archived files is not always seamless. No real feature to move specific file types. Not updated regularly enough.
Pros: Automatically scans and maintains HDD space.. Provides users with assistance to manage HDD space effectively.. Can find large files via a built-in search utility.. Helps to keeps your PC running smoothly..
Cons: Can sometimes remove files needed by programs.. Can slow down your system while in operation.. Can, on occasion, cause system crashes.. Could do with more advanced functions like file indexing etc..
Pros: Can find hidden files that spotlight won't pick up. Supports all common operations such as Copy, Paste and Remove to Trash. Improves search precision by matching and combining terms. Lets you 'quick look' at files to check if it's the one you want.
Cons: Too slow to be consistently reliable. Only available in English. Worth getting only if you need to find specific hidden files. Very bland interface, unappealing to non-professionals.
Pros: Simple and efficient. For users of all levels. Works with massive files. Responsive and receptive support team.
Cons: Sporadic functionality hiccups. No proper help file. Interface could be better. Needs a 64-bit computer.
Pros: Simplifies management of files.. Can be used for complicated renaming/naming tasks.. Allows users to create templates for regular tasks.. The application keeps detailed records of file operations..
Cons: Initial application set-up process can be complicated.. User interface can be intimidating at first.. Application is resource intensive when in operation.. Limited applications/niche application.
Pros: Easy to use. Fast scanning algorithm. Visual chart. Clean and clear interface.
Cons: No scanning progress bar. Doesn’t scale to 4k monitors. Doesn’t support folder-specific searches. Needs a 64-bit system architecture.
Pros: Quick and complete cleaning. Can handle GBs of junk files. Accurate reporting. Two-click functionality.
Cons: No option to save scan results. Cleared files cannot be recovered later. Not frequently updated. Needs a system with a 64-bit architecture.
Pros: File compression at a button click. Colourful UI. Quick look support. Five treemap color schemes.
Cons: Deleting things. Does only one thing; not multi-functional. Developer support could be better. Requires a 64-bit computer.
Pros: Designate files and folders to be hidden from view. Hide or show designated files with a simple click. Additional password protection options available. Supports light and dark modes.
Cons: Files can still be seen in applications directory and launch pad. App name being installed indicates hidden files. Mostly superficial file protection. Several free competitor alternatives.
Pros: Several handy optimizations. An FTP and WebDAV client. Connects to multiple servers. Works with Amazon S3 files.
Cons: No iCloud drive integration. No option to mark syncing between panes. Drag-and-drop option isn’t smooth enough. Needs a 64-bit processor.
Pros: Saves you having to manually clear your hard drives. Can help you find duplicate files and remove them. Free up some of your wasted RAM. Can schedule automatic system cleanups.
Cons: May delete driver files that you actually need. Only frees up your RAM temporarily. All the functions are already available on the Mac. “Old files” function is redundant because old files are useful.
Pros: Groups together files to help you check them more easily. Gives you a quick way to search for duplicates. Search by file types and by name. Clear browser data if you wish.
Cons: The cleaning features are very poorly optimized. Happily deletes your game saves without warning. Claims to be a computer cleaner when it is not. Has unrestricted access to your encrypted and unencrypted files.
Pros: Can remove applications with no uninstall program. Permanent file deletion is offered. Only 1.2 megabytes of memory is needed. Provides customized scanning options.
Cons: Some have stated that system-sensitive files can be deleted. Cannot defeat ransomware issues. No cloud-based file storage. Will not remove add-ons associated with the Internet Explorer browser.
Pros: An easy-to-use graphical interface. Problematic areas and files can be found within a short period of time. Hidden files can be displayed. Only 2.2 megabytes of memory is needed.
Cons: Will not detect for viruses. 32-bit processors may encounter problems. May be too simplistic for some. Built-in (native) hardware will offer many of the same functions.
Pros: Slick interface. Finds duplicate files. Multiple automation options. Matches Mac OS's interface.
Cons: Works slowly. Poor deletion features. Doesn't show full file paths. Small font size.
Pros: Allows for simultaneous renaming of multiple files. Variety of naming options, including number sequencing. Allows users to edit existing filenames. Automatic clash prevention.
Cons: No ability to rename folders. User interface appears complicated. Advanced options can be difficult to set-up. Only supports certain operating systems.
Pros: Simple. Effective. Intuitive interface. 'Ignore' option for system files.
Cons: Slow on networked systems. Can't delete files in-app. Slightly jerky animations. Plain-looking interface.
Pros: Create a new file from anywhere on your Mac. Very simple and easy to use. Doesn't require any advanced computer skills. Built in file templates to choose from.
Cons: Application doesn't allow the creation of new templates. Limited OS support. Requires 64-bit architecture. Relies on third-party applications.
Pros: Does exactly what it claims. Streamlined and intuitive interface. Different compression levels offered. Option to choose file sizes when splitting files.
Cons: Doesn’t remember old settings. 64-bit processors only. No free trial. May not work equally well with all file formats.