Directory Opus Alternatives for Linux

Directory Opus is not available for Linux but there are plenty of alternatives that runs on Linux with similar functionality. The best Linux alternative is Double Commander, which is both free and Open Source. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 50 alternatives to Directory Opus and 14 are available for Linux so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting Linux alternatives to Directory Opus are Spacedrive, Midnight Commander, Sigma File Manager and fman.

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  1. Double Commander icon

    Double Commander

     598 likes

    Open-source file manager with dual-panel interface, inspired by Total Commander. Supports plugin use, advanced search, tabbed browsing, and runs smoothly with background operations. Unicode and multi-platform compatibility enhance its versatility.

    130 Double Commander alternatives

    Cost / License

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
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    Comments about Double Commander as an Alternative to Directory Opus
    Guest
    Negative
    1

    It's not like moderate new Directory Opus (year 2000+) at all. It's more like Finder.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    bVork
    Positive
    0

    It has features that are only in the $89 AUD version of Directory Opus like flat file view and full customization of the toolbar. I bought the $49 AUD Directory Opus Light version and prefer to use Double Commander.

    Guest
    Positive
    -1

    Because it has the same and/or similar features and functionality as Directory Opus.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
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    • Most users think Double Commander is a great Directory Opus alternative.

    • Double Commander is the most popular Windows, Mac & Linux alternative to Directory Opus.

    • Double Commander is the most popular Open Source & free alternative to Directory Opus.

    • Double Commander is Free and Open SourceDirectory Opus is Paid and Proprietary
    • Double Commander is Lightweight and Privacy focusedDirectory Opus is not according to our users
  2. Spacedrive icon

    Spacedrive

     149 likes

    Open-source file explorer integrates cloud, local, and offline storage across devices using a secure virtual distributed filesystem in Rust, enabling unified management, file syncing, privacy control, intuitive interface, and ownership without centralized servers.

    76 Spacedrive alternatives

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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
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  4. Midnight Commander icon

    Midnight Commander

     243 likes

    GNU Midnight Commander is a visual file manager, licensed under GNU General Public License and therefore qualifies as Free Software. Its a feature rich full-screen text mode application that allows you to copy, move and delete files and whole directory trees, search for files...

    104 Midnight Commander alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
    • Cygwin
    • MacPorts
    Midnight Commander screenshot 1
     
  6. fman icon

    fman

     233 likes

    The most modern dual-pane file manager. For Windows, Mac and Linux.

    107 fman alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Pay once or Subscription)
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    Demonstration
     
  7. Polo File Manager icon

    Polo File Manager

     7 likes

    Polo is a modern, light-weight file manager for Linux with support for multiple panes and tabs; support for archives, and much more.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Pay once)
    • Open Source (GPL-2.0)

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Linux
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  9. Tux Commander icon

    Tux Commander

     16 likes

    Tux Commander is a windowed file manager with 2 panels side by side similar to Double Commander, Total Commander or Midnight Commander.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Linux
    • Xfce
    Tux Commander - Main window
     
  10. JumpFm icon

    JumpFm

     15 likes

    JumpFm is a minimalistic dual panel file manager (currently released only for Windows, Mac, and Linux) that lets you navigate your file system very efficiently.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Electron
    JumpFm screenshot 1
     
  11. Nemo Documents icon

    Nemo Documents

     4 likes

    An intuitive file manager for Windows and Linux (Alpha version) that displays your files in a calendar-like time view.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Linux
    On Windows
     
  12. Sunrise Commander icon

    Sunrise Commander

     7 likes

    The Sunrise Commander is a richly featured double-pane file manager for the Emacs editor that combines the power of dired and the convenience of orthodox file managers (Midnight Commander, Far, etc).

    Cost / License

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • GNU Emacs
    Basic view with command line -- graphics mode
     

  13. NERD tree

     11 likes

    The NERDTree is a file system explorer for the Vim editor. Using this plugin, users can visually browse complex directory hierarchies, quickly open files for reading or editing, and perform basic file system operations.

    70 NERD tree alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Vim
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  14. Marlin icon

    Marlin

     13 likes

    Marlin is a new GTK3-based file manager for Linux, pretty slick and fast.

    Unlike most other file managers Marlin has included the so called "Miller columns" view.

    Features

    • Tabbed browsing
    • Multiple-views
    • Single-click to open (default)
    • Configurable toolbars and.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Linux
    Marlin with Miller columns
     
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