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Altap Salamander vs Krusader
Both stand on file manager software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan Windows
Altap Salamander provides file operations, archive handling, network access, and plugins in a free Windows application. Note the Windows version requirement and the missing WinSCP plugin in the 64-bit edition.
Visit Altap Salamander Free plan Linux
Krusader brings a broad set of file-management tools together in a free Linux application. Its dual-pane layout, archive handling, transfers, search, and customization options are useful considerations for users choosing a file manager.
Visit KrusaderThe facts
| Altap Salamander | Krusader | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Windows | Linux |
| Lowest paid plan | Free or on request | Free or on request |
| Plans published | 2 | 1 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | altap.cz | krusader.org |
| On file manager software | #21 of 100 | #17 of 100 |
Altap Salamander: what it does well
- Dual-pane file management.
- Handles ZIP, RAR, 7Zip, and TAR archives.
- Supports FTP, FTPS, SCP, and SFTP.
- Free for commercial and non-commercial use.
- Includes 32-bit and 64-bit versions.
What to know first
- Requires Windows 7 or newer.
- WinSCP plugin is missing from the 64-bit version.
Krusader: what it does well
- Free under GNU General Public License 2 or later
- Tabbed dual-pane interface
- Supports archive handling and mounted filesystems
- Includes search, comparison, and batch renaming
- Offers an internal viewer and editor
What to know first
- Linux platform only
- KDE Store add-ons are unofficial
- Stable and development versions are listed separately
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