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Total Commander
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What it is
Total Commander is a file manager for Windows and Android, with two side-by-side file windows for working across folders. It supports searching, comparing and synchronizing files, as well as batch renaming. The interface includes tabs, history and favorites. Archive handling covers ZIP, 7ZIP, ARJ, LZH, RAR, UC2, TAR, GZ, CAB and ACE, with plugins available for archive handling, FTP and password management. Its built-in FTP client supports encrypted FTPS and HTTP proxies, and cloud storage access is listed. A portable version is available. The mobile versions are free. The Windows shareware demo lasts 30 days; afterward, users must order the full version or delete the program. The Windows version costs 42 Euro plus VAT in Europe and some other countries. Registered users can download future updates for free until further notice. The maker is based in Bolligen, Switzerland.
Spec sheet
- Supported platforms
- windows,androidRead 20 Sep 2026 · ghisler.com
- Free plan
- YesRead 20 Sep 2026 · ghisler.com
- Headquarters
- Bolligen, SwitzerlandRead 23 Sep 2026 · ghisler.com
- Archive Handling
- It handles ZIP, 7ZIP, ARJ, LZH, RAR, UC2, TAR, GZ, CAB and ACE archives, with plugins.Read 27 Sep 2026 · ghisler.com
- Archive support
- YesRead 20 Sep 2026 · ghisler.com
- Batch rename
- YesRead 20 Sep 2026 · ghisler.com
- Cloud storage access
- YesRead 20 Sep 2026 · ghisler.com
- Demo Period
- The Windows shareware demo can be tested for 30 days.Read 27 Sep 2026 · ghisler.com
- Dual-pane view
- YesRead 20 Sep 2026 · ghisler.com
- Encrypted FTP
- The built-in FTP client supports FTPS encrypted FTP and HTTP proxies.Read 27 Sep 2026 · ghisler.com
- File Management
- It provides two side-by-side file windows, search, comparison, synchronization and a multi-rename tool.Read 27 Sep 2026 · ghisler.com
- Free Mobile Versions
- The mobile versions are free.Read 27 Sep 2026 · ghisler.com
- Future Updates
- Registered users can download future updates for free until further notice.Read 27 Sep 2026 · ghisler.com
- Interface Features
- The interface includes tabbed browsing, regular expressions, history and favorites buttons.Read 27 Sep 2026 · ghisler.com
- Payment Methods
- Online ordering supports bank transfer, credit card and PayPal.Read 27 Sep 2026 · ghisler.com
- Plugin Support
- Plugins are supported for archive handling, FTP and password management.Read 27 Sep 2026 · ghisler.com
- Portable version
- YesRead 20 Sep 2026 · ghisler.com
- Support Contact
- The company provides an email address on the Support page and asks users to read the FAQ first.Read 27 Sep 2026 · ghisler.com
- Tabbed interface
- YesRead 20 Sep 2026 · ghisler.com
- Trial Requirement
- After testing, users must order the full version or delete the program.Read 27 Sep 2026 · ghisler.com
- USB Transfer
- A USB port connection is available through a special direct transfer cable.Read 27 Sep 2026 · ghisler.com
- Windows Price
- The Windows version costs 42 Euro plus VAT in Europe and some other countries.Read 27 Sep 2026 · ghisler.com
Plans and prices
Windows license Price not published Full Windows version · Future updates downloadable free after registration Read 20 Sep 2026 · ghisler.com
Mobile versions Free The mobile versions are free. Read 27 Sep 2026 · ghisler.com
Student or pupil license Price not published Shown as EUR 31.5 per once on our read (localised); USD price not displayed to our checker Rebate requires the license to be issued to the student's first and last name and proof by email. Read 27 Sep 2026 · ghisler.com
Windows demo Free Test period of 30 days; then order the full version or delete the program. Read 27 Sep 2026 · ghisler.com
Windows full version Price not published Shown as EUR 42 per once on our read (localised); USD price not displayed to our checker Price is plus VAT in Europe and some other countries; equivalent for the key online. Read 27 Sep 2026 · ghisler.com
Strong points and limits
Strong points
- Two side-by-side file windows
- Supports batch renaming and synchronization
- Handles a range of archive formats
- Mobile versions are free
- Portable version is available
Limits
- Windows demo lasts 30 days
- Windows version costs 42 Euro plus VAT in some countries
- Windows users must order or delete after the demo
Who it suits
Total Commander suits Windows or Android users who want two-pane file management, archive handling and file comparison or synchronization. Windows users should account for the 30-day demo period and full-version cost.
Verdict
Total Commander offers file management features across Windows and Android, with a free mobile version and a time-limited Windows demo. The Windows version costs 42 Euro plus VAT in Europe and some other countries.
Where Specifiction places it
- File Manager Software#7 of 1008.6
