XSearch vs Locate32 : Which is Better?

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XSearch

XSearch is a classic search tool with more features Windows Search does not provide.

License: Free

Categories: File Management

Apps available for Windows

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Locate32

Locate32 is an open source file finder for Windows 98/ME/NT 4.0/2000/XP/Vista/7. It works by indexing the files on the user's hard drives, thus making searches faster. Developed by Janne Huttunen

License: Open Source

Categories: File Management

Apps available for Windows

XSearch VS Locate32

Locate32 is known for its file indexing and advanced search capabilities, making it ideal for users needing to search through large sets of files quickly. XSearch offers extremely fast search capabilities and can even search through compressed files, but it lacks some of the file management features that Locate32 provides.

XSearch

Pros:

  • Extremely fast search capabilities
  • Can search through compressed files
  • Supports Boolean search
  • Portable version available
  • Lightweight and easy to install

Cons:

  • No built-in file management features
  • Can be overwhelming for beginners
  • Limited customization options

Locate32

Pros:

  • Fast file indexing
  • Supports advanced search operators
  • User-friendly interface
  • Preview file contents in search results
  • Customizable search settings

Cons:

  • Limited to Windows OS
  • No cloud integration
  • Can struggle with large data sets

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