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Double Commander vs Nimble Commander

Side-by-side comparison for macOS

Double Commander

8.0
Utilities

File manager with two panels

Nimble Commander

8.0
Utilities

Dual-pane file manager

Metric Double Commander Nimble Commander
Category Utilities Utilities
AI Score 8.0 8.0
30-day Installs 241 139
90-day Installs 711 430
365-day Installs 3.2K 1.5K
Version 1.1.32 1.8.0,4282
Auto-updates No Yes
Deprecated Yes No
GitHub Stars 3.9K 620
GitHub Forks 274 42
Open Issues 535 27
License GPL-2.0 GPL-3.0
Language Pascal C++
Last GitHub Commit 1mo ago 2mo ago
First Seen Feb 16, 2014 Feb 19, 2018

Reviews

Double Commander

Double Commander is a cross-platform, open-source file manager with a two-panel interface, offering powerful features like keyboard shortcuts and plugin support. It's ideal for power users and developers seeking a customizable file management solution.

Provides a twin-panel file management interface with extensive customization options.

Pros

  • + Two-panel interface for efficient file management
  • + Highly customizable with keyboard shortcuts and plugins
  • + Cross-platform support and open-source nature
  • + Regular updates and active community involvement

Cons

  • - No auto-update functionality, requiring manual checks
  • - Some open issues may affect functionality

Nimble Commander

Nimble Commander is a dual-pane file manager designed for developers and power users, offering features like keyboard navigation, integration with macOS tools, and a clean interface. Its open-source nature and active development make it a versatile tool for efficient file management.

Nimble Commander is a dual-pane file manager that helps users navigate and manage files efficiently.

Pros

  • + Open-source and free to use
  • + Efficient dual-pane interface with keyboard navigation
  • + Integration with macOS tools like Quick Look and Spotlight

Cons

  • - Occasional freezes when browsing SMB volumes
  • - Limited customization options, though actively being developed