Midnight Commander vs xplorer² : Which is Better?

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Midnight Commander

Midnight Commander is a visual file manager, licensed under GNU General Public License and therefore qualifies as Free Software.

License: Open Source

Categories: File Management

Apps available for Mac OS X Windows Linux BSD

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xplorer²

xplorer² (2xExplorer) is a dual-pane file manager for Microsoft Windows operating systems. Developed by ZABKAT (Nikos Bozinis)

License: Freemium

Categories: File Management

Apps available for Windows

Midnight Commander VS xplorer²

xplorer² is a powerful file manager with advanced features and a customizable interface, primarily for Windows users. In contrast, Midnight Commander is a lightweight, cross-platform console-based file manager that emphasizes simplicity and functionality, catering to users familiar with command-line environments.

Midnight Commander

Pros:

  • Cross-platform compatibility
  • User-friendly interface
  • Supports multiple file operations
  • Powerful file preview options
  • Customizable keyboard shortcuts

Cons:

  • Limited to console interface
  • No built-in FTP support
  • Less customizable than xplorer²

xplorer²

Pros:

  • Dual-pane file management
  • Customizable interface
  • Advanced search functionality
  • Supports various file formats
  • Integrated FTP/SFTP support

Cons:

  • Windows only
  • Paid software with limited trial
  • Can be overwhelming for beginners

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