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DCommander vs Dolphin

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What both publish

FactDCommanderDolphin
Archive supportYesYes
Batch renameBatch Rename supports masks, counters, case rules, and a live preview before applying changes.Yes
Dual-pane viewYesYes
NavigationTwo panels and dual sidebars help users navigate drives, favorite locations, and file details.Multiple tabs and split view let users navigate multiple folders and drag files between views.
PurposeDCommander is a two-pane file manager for managing files, folders, and disks on macOS.Dolphin is KDE’s file manager for browsing and managing files on hard drives, USB sticks, SD cards, and other storage.
SupportThe maker says paying customers receive priority support and lists contact by email; its support page says it usually responds within two business days.The product page links to the Dolphin Handbook and KDE forum for help, and to bug reporting and source code pages.
Supported platformsmacosThe page lists Linux installation and Windows as another platform.
Tabbed interfaceYesYes

DCommander plans

  • DCommander Lifetime License$19.99, paid once

Dolphin plans

  • DolphinFree

Pick DCommander if…

You want what its maker publishes above — check its page for the details.

Pick Dolphin if…

Dolphin suits Linux and Windows users who want a configurable file manager with tabs, split view, and access to remote files. It may also suit users who want plugins or an integrated terminal.

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