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Best file manager software

List of the best apps

1.Total Commander

Free download
Total Commander is a highly customizable shareware Orthodox File Manager (OFM) for several variants of Microsoft Windows specially designed for advanced users.
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  • Harold Alvarez

    by Harold Alvarez

    As an honest review, I have used this software for a long time actually. It is VERY good for being a very simple and easy to use file manager. IT is v More

  • by Kevin Aguilar

    Great experience. I have minimal knowledge but was surprised on how much I could do with this program. Has various ways to help a new person through t More

2.Multi Commander

free

Multi Commander is a multi-tabbed file manager for Professionals which is an alternative to the standard Windows Explorer. It uses the very popular and efficient dual-panel layout.


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  • Brian Bailey

    by Brian Bailey

    Personally, I'd never really seen the need for file manager software. Windows Explorer seemed fine. Then I stumbled upon my colleague running Multi Co More

  • Daniel Castro

    by Daniel Castro

    This idea would be okay but needs some work

3.FreeCommander

Free download
FreeCommander is an easy-to-use alternative to the standard windows file manager. Take it anywhere on a USB-Stick and even work with it on a foreign computer.
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  • Raquel Contreras

    by Raquel Contreras

    For my business, I was searching for a good file manager. FreeCommander seemed like a good option but after trying it for a few months, I found it lac More

  • David Ray

    by David Ray

    Pretty much anything is better than the default file manager. FreeCommander has more features and is easier to use.

4.XYplorer

$39.95+

XYPlorer is a fast, powerful and easy to use hybrid file manager for Windows which replaces Windows Explorer with several enhanced functions and interface improvements.

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  • by Paul Santos

    I was a bit sceptical at first, I mean, I have been using explorer for ever. But XYplorer as far exceeded my expectations. Very light and fast.

  • Billy Day

    by Billy Day

    XYplorer is a very handy program for the computer. I imagine a lot of people will be using it in the future.

5.Microsoft OneDrive

Varies by plan
Microsoft OneDrive is a file hosting service where you easily store, share and backup your files such as documents, photos, and other files from anywhere, on any device or computer. 
  • Timothy Fowler

    by Timothy Fowler

    Though Microsoft is a powerhouse of the computing world, I don't know if they have the best niche when it comes to file managing software. Though it h More

  • Andrea Morris

    by Andrea Morris

    OneDrive offers a lot of storage and it integrates with other Microsoft products, which is great for people who use Microsoft Word, Excel, etc (which  More

6.Path Finder

Paid: $39.95 Free trial available
Path Finder is a file management utility for Mac Os developed by Cocoatech. You can view hidden files, compare and synchronize folders and much more. 30 days full Free trial.
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  • Adam Flores

    by Adam Flores

    This solution is pretty good. My only complaint is that the solution is specific for mac os which a lot of people do not use. Ideally I think a soluti More

  • by Rachel Stanley

    Meh. I feel like for my needs there are plenty of free options out there. Not a huge fan.

7.Double Commander

Free download

Double Commander is an open source multi-platform two-panel orthodox file manager that is inspired by the Microsoft Windows-only Total Commander and contains several functions across several operating platforms offering a handy Unicode support function.

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  • Sarah Rose

    by Sarah Rose

    This software is free and its also easy to use. It can be easy to organize files and generaly the program runs smoothly. This program can actually giv More

  • Marcel Härri null

    by Marcel Härri null

    Has everything i need, but unfortunately no real black theme on Windows.

  • Claire Shi

    by Claire Shi

    Easy to use but does have some bugs. It is free so that makes it worth trying.

8.Far Manager

Free download
Far Manager is an orthodox file manager for Microsoft Windows and a clone of Norton Commander. A large number of different types of tasks can be performed using this tool and it is intended to be as simple and intuitive as possible.
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  • Susan Wells

    by Susan Wells

    Far Manager has been a lifesaver for me because I have been saving so much time and extra clicks by using this manager to do all these different thing More

  • Raymond Reyes

    by Raymond Reyes

    These are very good tools that will help with your file management. It has easy to download and install files, that are right on the front page.

9.Directory Opus

$49AUD

Directory Opus goes beyond the simple file manager metaphor, and offers you a complete replacement for Windows Explorer and many other utility programs for handling FTP, ZIP, viewing files and images, running slideshows and more.

It provides you with all this within a user-friendly and fully-configurable environment within which you can access and manage your important data with a minimum of effort.

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  • Mary King

    by Mary King

    While it can be a little difficult to learn and get the hang of Directory Opus, it is incredibly useful for organizing most files. Directory Opus has  More

  • Howard King

    by Howard King

    This looks like a very interesting utility. I'd say that it's worth giving a shot.

10.Servant Salamander

Paid: $33.77 Free Trial available

Servant Salamander or Altap Salamander is a small and fast two-pane file manager with open plugin architecture. The ability to view content of files (text, html, over 40 picture formats, mp3), support for archives (zip, rar, arj, cab, tar/gzip, etc.

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  • Alice Bradley

    by Alice Bradley

    One day I found the default windows file manager was getting dull and incredibly inconvenient. So I decided to try something new and now I adore serva More

  • Raúl González

    by Raúl González

    I personally use this myself and I find that it works really well. It is not needed for most situations but it does make life alot easier if you trans More

11.TagSpaces

Free download

TagSpaces is an Offline file manager for your local files, with support for file tagging and editing. This tool is great for organizing tag and browse your files, photos, and documents on many platforms.

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  • Dennis Hart

    by Dennis Hart

    I have so many different files on my computer, it's easy to get lost. And when I try to search, I'm inundated with irrelevant search results. TagSpace More

  • by Melissa Hunter

    This is very useful and my favorite part is that it's open source. I use this all the time at work.

12.Free Partition Manager

Free download

Free Partition Manager is a software developed by Amazing-Share which was established in 2011. This software features professional disk conversion and lost partition recovery which is compatible with Windows 10, 8, Vista and XP. 

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    by Amazing Share null

    ALL-IN-ONE disk partition management tool brought together with three main functions including: Partition Manager, Disk & Partition Copy Wizard and Partition Recovery Wizard.

13.xplorer²

Paid: $29.95 Free Trial Available

xplorer² (formerly 2xExplorer) is a dual-pane file manager for Microsoft Windows operating systems with the speed and efficiency of traditional dual pane orthodox file managers, helping you be productive with your documents, pictures, music, source code and other files.


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  • Jeffrey Gordon

    by Jeffrey Gordon

    So I was looking for a great, if not the best file manager software as I manage a small company. I was told about xplorer² (formerly 2xExplorer) and e More

  • Lawrence Welch

    by Lawrence Welch

    This is perhaps the most comprehensive file manager software I've ever used. It's not for the faint of heart though, there's a learning curve.

14.Explorer++

Free download

Explorer++ is a small and fast file manager for Windows. With tabs, bookmarks and advanced file operations, it allows you to be much more productive.

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  • Rosa Vega

    by Rosa Vega

    I am really a fan of this software. I find the native Windows file manager slow and clunky. I love the bookmarks, they make me more productive.

  • Hannah Schmidt

    by Hannah Schmidt

    This site laid out what this would be a good software manager. It was very straight to the point and easy to comprehend. I like it!

15.Safe365 PC Manager Wizard Pro

Paid: $99.99

Safe365 PC Manager Wizard Pro is a software which aims to protect a computer's data and system against loss, deletion, and corruption. This also allows users to encrypt sensitive files, as well as backup data and files.

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    16.Amazing Partition Manager Professional

    Paid: $29.99 Free trial available

    Amazing Partition Manager Professional is a disk partition management software tool that is geared to extend or shrink partition sizes, merge them without losing any data, fix them, and format or delete the partition.

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      17.Safe365 Free PC Manager

      99.99

      Free PC Manager is a data backup and manager created by Safe365. It allows users to create a virtual disk, manage partition, and improve the performance and lifespan of the hard disk. It has a free version but offers a premium upgrade.

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        by Amazing Share null

        Powerful PC Manager Software helps PC users keep all data protected(System backup, Disk/partition backup, File backup, Unattended backup, Schedule backup, Manage Backup), manage Hard Disk Easily(Partition Management, Partition Recovery, Disk/Partitio More

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