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FileVoyager vs WinSCP

FileVoyager

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WinSCP

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FigureFileVoyagerWinSCP
Price fromFreeFree
Free planYesYes
Free trial——
Open source—Yes
WindowsYesYes
Plans published11
Spec score · File Manager Software8.1 (#35)8.6 (#8)
File operationsIt supports renaming, copying, moving, linking, deleting, and recycling files across supported containers.Supports all common operations with files.
Free planYesYes
PurposeFileVoyager is a freeware dual-panel file manager for Microsoft Windows for navigating, organizing, and transferring files.WinSCP is an open source file manager and client for transferring files between a local computer and remote computers.
SupportThe maker recommends its forum for feature requests, questions, and bug reports, and says support services may not be provided because the software is supplied “As Is.”WinSCP provides troubleshooting documentation and a support forum monitored by its development team, with sensible guideline-following posts answered within two business days on average.

Plans

FileVoyager

  • FileVoyagerFree

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WinSCP

  • WinSCPFree

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FileVoyager

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WinSCP

WinSCP is an open-source file manager and transfer client for Microsoft Windows. It copies files between a local computer and remote computers over FTP, FTPS, SCP, SFTP, WebDAV, WebDAVS and S3, with SSH also listed as supported. Explorer and Commander interfaces provide two ways to manage transfers; Commander is focused on keyboard control. Alongside common file operations, WinSCP includes directory synchronization and an integrated text editor. For repeat tasks or programmatic workflows, it offers scripting, command-line options and a.NET assembly. The client integrates with Windows and PuTTY, including sharing site settings with PuTTY. Authentication methods include password, keyboard-interactive, public key and Kerberos, and stored site information can optionally be protected by a master password. A portable version and workspace-based session management are available. WinSCP is free, with a listed price of free. Its security guidance warns that malware on the computer running it can steal credentials stored or entered there.

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