Dolphin
7.8#4 in file manager softwareFree planFree planLinuxWindows
VisitDolphin vs Yazi
What both publish
| Fact | Dolphin | Yazi |
|---|---|---|
| Archive support | Yes | Yes |
| Batch rename | Yes | Yes |
| Cloud storage access | Yes | Yes |
| File operations | It supports creating, moving, deleting, compressing, sharing, and duplicating files and folders. | Users can select multiple files and perform operations such as copy and cut, with tasks scheduled by the task system. |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Navigation | Multiple tabs and split view let users navigate multiple folders and drag files between views. | Yazi supports multiple tabs and quick navigation with fzf and zoxide. |
| Supported platforms | The page lists Linux installation and Windows as another platform. | linux,windows,macos |
| Tabbed interface | Yes | Yes |
Dolphin plans
- DolphinFree
Yazi plans
- YaziFree
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 Yazi if…
Yazi suits people comfortable working in a terminal who want file operations, search, tabs, and previews across Linux, macOS, or Windows. It may also fit users who want to extend the manager with Lua plugins.