Newt
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What both publish
| Fact | Newt | nnn |
|---|---|---|
| Archive support | Yes | Yes |
| Dual-pane layout | Yes | No |
| File operations | Users can view, copy, delete, move, edit, pack, or reveal files from the interface. | It can analyze disk usage, batch rename, launch apps, pick files, and copy, move, delete, archive, and link selections. |
| Integrations | The page names S3, SFTP, SSH, Docker, Podman, Kubernetes exec, WSL, and custom transports. | Remote mounts can use sshfs or rclone, and nnn supports desktop openers, shell integration, and FreeDesktop-compliant trash utilities. |
| Linux support | Yes | Yes |
| macOS support | Yes | Yes |
| Preview pane | Yes | Yes |
| Remote file access | Yes | Yes |
| Windows support | Yes | No |
Newt plans
- Free softwareFree
nnn plans
- FreeFree
Pick Newt if…
Newt suits people who want a two-pane file manager across macOS, Linux, or Windows and need to work with both local and remote files. Its archive, disc-image, and S3 support may also suit users handling those formats or filesystems.
Pick nnn if…
nnn suits people who want file management from a terminal, from beginners to power users. Its plugins and optional integrations also fit users who want to extend file workflows.