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muCommander vs Nimble Commander

Side-by-side comparison for macOS

muCommander

7.0
Productivity

File manager with a dual-pane interface

Nimble Commander

8.0
Utilities

Dual-pane file manager

Metric muCommander Nimble Commander
Category Productivity Utilities
AI Score 7.0 8.0
30-day Installs 100 139
90-day Installs 310 430
365-day Installs 1.3K 1.5K
Version 1.6.1-1 1.8.0,4282
Auto-updates No Yes
Deprecated No No
GitHub Stars 1.2K 620
GitHub Forks 197 42
Open Issues 115 27
License NOASSERTION GPL-3.0
Language Java C++
Last GitHub Commit 1mo ago 2mo ago
First Seen Nov 10, 2013 Feb 19, 2018

Reviews

muCommander

muCommander is a lightweight, cross-platform file manager with a dual-pane interface, ideal for power users and developers who need efficient file management. It offers keyboard shortcuts and scripting capabilities, making it a versatile tool for daily tasks.

muCommander provides a dual-pane file management interface with features like keyboard shortcuts and scripting.

Pros

  • + Lightweight and cross-platform
  • + Keyboard shortcuts and scripting support
  • + Dual-pane interface for efficient file management

Cons

  • - No auto-updates
  • - Performance issues with large directories
  • - Unclear licensing terms

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