Dolphin
7.8#4 in file manager softwareFree planFree planLinuxWindows
VisitDolphin vs Tablacus Explorer
Tablacus Explorer
6.4#67 in file manager softwareFree planFree planWindows
VisitWhat both publish
| Fact | Dolphin | Tablacus Explorer |
|---|---|---|
| Archive support | Yes | Yes |
| Dual-pane view | Yes | Yes |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| License | The Dolphin page lists the license as GPL-2.0-or-later. | The product is open source and links to the MIT License. |
| Purpose | Dolphin is KDE’s file manager for browsing and managing files on hard drives, USB sticks, SD cards, and other storage. | Tablacus Explorer is a tabbed file manager with add-on support. |
| Supported platforms | The page lists Linux installation and Windows as another platform. | windows |
| Tabbed interface | Yes | Yes |
Dolphin plans
- DolphinFree
Tablacus Explorer plans
- FreeFree
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.
Pick Tablacus Explorer if…
You want what its maker publishes above — check its page for the details.