xplorer² vs Thunar : Which is Better?

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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

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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

xplorer² VS Thunar

xplorer² is a feature-rich file manager designed for power users, offering dual-pane navigation and extensive customization options, while Thunar is a lightweight, user-friendly file manager that excels in simplicity and speed. Thunar is best suited for users who prioritize ease of use, while xplorer² caters to those needing advanced functionalities.

xplorer²

Pros:

  • Dual-pane interface
  • Customizable keyboard shortcuts
  • Advanced file search
  • File synchronization
  • Support for cloud storage
  • Folder tabs
  • File comparison tool
  • Integrated file compression

Cons:

  • Windows only
  • Can be overwhelming for basic users
  • Paid software with a trial period

Thunar

Pros:

  • Simple and intuitive interface
  • Lightweight and fast
  • Good integration with GTK
  • Supports custom actions
  • Easy to use for basic file management
  • Built-in FTP support
  • Multi-language support
  • Desktop integration

Cons:

  • Limited advanced features
  • Not as customizable as xplorer²
  • Less capable file search

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