Compare the Top File Managers for Linux as of November 2025

What are File Managers for Linux?

File managers, also known as file browsers or file explorers, are software applications that enable a user to browse, search, organize, and manage the files and folders on their computer or device. Compare and read user reviews of the best File Managers for Linux currently available using the table below. This list is updated regularly.

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    TagSpaces

    TagSpaces

    TagSpaces UG

    TagSpaces is privacy aware, cross-platform file browser with note-taking capabilities. It helps you organize your files and folders with tags and colors. Free downloads are available for Windows, macOS, Linux, and Android. With the built-in advanced markdown editor, you can create notes that can include tables, todo-lists, math formulas, or diagrams. TagSpaces can connect to any folder on your hard drive and provide a convenient way to browse its content. You have the ability to add labels called tags to any file or folder. Using tags along the folder hierarchy allows you to have cross-references in the folders. The built-in search allows you to find files with any combination of tags. On top of that in the Pro version, you can add descriptions and geo-tags to files and folders. The Pro version gives you the ability to turn every folder to a Kanban board, which can be useful in many ways. With the TagSpaces Web Clipper, you can collect web pages and bookmarks from the Web.
    Starting Price: $39 per year
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    360 Sync

    360 Sync

    EVOLVE

    Your entire team can now share constantly updated information from multiple platforms and applications. Available through an affordable, unlimited access license, 360 Sync takes less than 30 minutes to set up and then works behind the scenes, so you never have to think about file management again.
    Starting Price: $5,000
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    nnn

    nnn

    nnn

    It's tiny, nearly 0-config and incredibly fast. It is designed to be unobtrusive with smart workflows to match the trains of thought. nnn can analyze disk usage, batch rename, launch apps and pick files. The plugin repository has tons of plugins to extend the capabilities further e.g. live previews, (un)mount disks, find & list, file/dir diff, and upload files. A patch framework hosts sizable user-submitted patches which are subjective in nature. Open with desktop opener or specify a custom opener. Plugin for image, video and audio thumbnails. Run plugins and custom commands with hotkeys. Create (with parents), rename, duplicate files and dirs.
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