Copernic Desktop Search excels in user-friendly search with powerful indexing capabilities, while FileLocator offers extensive customization and advanced search options, making it better suited for complex search tasks.
FileLocator
Pros:
Highly customizable search options
Supports network drives and cloud storage
Excellent for locating specific file types
Batch processing capabilities
Advanced regex search capabilities
Cons:
Steeper learning curve for advanced features
May require additional setup for network drives
Not as user-friendly for beginners
Copernic Desktop Search
Pros:
Powerful search capabilities
Supports a wide range of file formats
Fast indexing and search results
User-friendly interface
Advanced filtering options
Cons:
Limited support for cloud storage
No mobile version available
Can consume significant system resources during indexing