Double Commander vs Thunar : Which is Better?

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Double Commander

Double Commander is a cross platform open source file manager with two panels side by side. Developed by Alexander Koblov, Przemyslaw Nagay

License: Open Source

Categories: File Management

Apps available for Mac OS X Windows Linux BSD

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Thunar

Thunar is a file manager for Linux and other Unix-like systems, written using the GTK+ 2 toolkit. Developed by Xfce, Benedikt Meurer, Jannis Pohlmann, Nick Schermer

License: Open Source

Categories: File Management

Apps available for Linux Xfce

Double Commander VS Thunar

Double Commander is a powerful, feature-rich file manager with a dual-pane interface, making it suitable for advanced users who require extensive file management capabilities. Thunar, on the other hand, is a lightweight and straightforward file manager primarily designed for users seeking simplicity and speed.

Double Commander

Pros:

  • Cross-platform support (Windows, Linux, Mac)
  • Dual-pane interface for better file management
  • Support for various archive formats (zip, tar, etc.)
  • Highly customizable through plugins and settings
  • Built-in text editor and file viewer

Cons:

  • Can be overwhelming for new users due to extensive features
  • Requires manual installation of some plugins
  • May have compatibility issues with certain file systems

Thunar

Pros:

  • Lightweight and fast
  • Simple and intuitive user interface
  • Integration with the XFCE desktop environment
  • Customizable keyboard shortcuts
  • Supports bulk renaming of files

Cons:

  • Limited features compared to more advanced file managers
  • Lacks dual-pane view
  • Less customizable than Double Commander

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