fman vs Tux Commander : Which is Better?

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fman

fman is a dual-pane file manager for Windows, macOS and Linux. Developed by Michael Herrmann

License: Commercial

Categories: File Management

Apps available for Mac OS X Windows Linux

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Tux Commander

Tux Commander is an opensource GTK2 file manager. Developed by Tomáš Bžatek

License: Open Source

Categories: File Management

Apps available for Linux Xfce Discontinued

fman VS Tux Commander

Tux Commander offers a more robust feature set with dual-pane support and a built-in terminal, making it suitable for power users. fman, on the other hand, focuses on speed and minimalism, with a strong emphasis on customization through plugins.

fman

Pros:

  • Minimalist design
  • Fast and responsive interface
  • Highly customizable through plugins
  • Multi-platform support
  • Integrated file search functionality

Cons:

  • Limited built-in features compared to Tux Commander
  • Plugin ecosystem may not be as extensive
  • Less intuitive for users unfamiliar with file managers

Tux Commander

Pros:

  • Dual-pane interface
  • Cross-platform compatibility (Linux, Windows, macOS)
  • Customizable keyboard shortcuts
  • Built-in terminal emulator
  • Supports various file operations (copy, move, delete, etc.)
  • Plugin support for extended functionality
  • Supports FTP and SFTP connections
  • File preview capabilities

Cons:

  • Steeper learning curve for new users
  • Some features may feel outdated
  • Limited mobile support

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