Dolphin
7.8#4 in file manager softwareFree planFree planLinuxWindows
VisitDolphin vs Wal Commander
Wal Commander
6.4#68 in file manager softwareFree planFree planLinuxWindows
VisitWhat both publish
| Fact | Dolphin | Wal Commander |
|---|---|---|
| Archive support | Yes | The maker lists read and write support for ZIP and several TAR and compression formats, plus read support for ISO images. |
| Dual-pane view | Yes | Yes |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| License | The Dolphin page lists the license as GPL-2.0-or-later. | The maker says the program can be distributed and used as freeware and under a license. |
| Supported platforms | The page lists Linux installation and Windows as another platform. | Windows,Linux |
| Terminal | An integrated terminal can run commands in the current folder. | The package includes a separate terminal emulator called Wal Terminal (wterminal), and the file manager also has a built-in terminal. |
Dolphin plans
- DolphinFree
Wal Commander plans
- Wal-CommanderFree
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 Wal Commander if…
You want what its maker publishes above — check its page for the details.