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Directory Opus alternatives

Directory Opus compared with 5 alternatives: Total Commander, Files, Path Finder, ForkLift and TeraCopy.

Directory Opus is a paid product with a free trial, starting at $89 AUD one-time for a Single licence (Australian dollars). 2 of the 5 alternatives are free or have a free plan. 3 more offer a free trial.

5 tools · Listings checked up to Oct 9, 2026 · Where the facts come from

At a glance

ToolPriceFree planRuns on
Directory OpusThis toolFree trial · from $89 one-timeTrial onlyWindows
Total CommanderFree trial · from €42 one-timeTrial onlyWindows, Android
FilesFree plan · from $12.99 one-timeYesWindows
Path FinderFree trial · from $2.95/moTrial onlymacOS
ForkLiftFree trial · from $19.95 one-timeTrial onlymacOS
TeraCopyFree plan · from $34.95 one-timeYesmacOS, Windows

How each one differs from Directory Opus

  1. Total Commander

    Two-pane file manager for Windows with FTP and archive tools

    • Total Commander starts at €42 one-time purchase, plus VAT where charged (Windows licence). Directory Opus starts at $89 AUD one-time for a Single licence (Australian dollars).
    • Only Total Commander lists an Android app.

    Suits: Windows users who manage many files and prefer two panels to Explorer

    Total Commander vs Directory OpusTotal Commander pricing and details

  2. Files

    Open-source file manager for Windows with tabs and dual pane

    • Files starts at $12.99 one-time purchase (Microsoft Store, US price). Directory Opus starts at $89 AUD one-time for a Single licence (Australian dollars).
    • Files has a free plan. Directory Opus does not, though it has a free trial.
    • Files is open source, according to its own site.
    • Directory Opus can be bought with a one-time purchase.

    Suits: Windows users who want tabs, dual pane and tags in a file manager

    Files vs Directory OpusFiles pricing and details

  3. Path Finder

    Dual-pane file manager for Mac, built as a Finder alternative

    • Path Finder starts at $2.95 per month (subscription), or $29.95 per year. Directory Opus starts at $89 AUD one-time for a Single licence (Australian dollars).
    • Only Path Finder lists a macOS app.
    • Only Directory Opus lists a Windows app.
    • Directory Opus can be bought with a one-time purchase.
    • Path Finder also covers file sync.

    Suits: Mac users who find Finder limiting and want two panes

    Path Finder vs Directory OpusPath Finder pricing and details

  4. ForkLift

    Dual-pane file manager and file transfer client for macOS

    • ForkLift starts at $19.95 one-time (Single user license with 1 year of updates). Directory Opus starts at $89 AUD one-time for a Single licence (Australian dollars).
    • Only ForkLift lists a macOS app.
    • Only Directory Opus lists a Windows app.
    • ForkLift also covers file sync.
    • Directory Opus also covers file compression.

    Suits: Mac users who manage files on servers and cloud storage as well as local disks

    ForkLift vs Directory OpusForkLift pricing and details

  5. TeraCopy

    File copy and move tool for Windows with checksum verification

    • TeraCopy starts at $34.95 one-time purchase (Pro license, personal use). Directory Opus starts at $89 AUD one-time for a Single licence (Australian dollars).
    • TeraCopy has a free plan. Directory Opus does not, though it has a free trial.
    • Only TeraCopy lists a macOS app.
    • Directory Opus also covers file compression.

    Suits: Large or unattended transfers that should not stop at the first error

    TeraCopy vs Directory OpusTeraCopy pricing and details

Limits worth knowing in Directory Opus

  • Windows only: it is supported on x64 versions of Windows 7, 8, 10 and 11, and ARM is not currently supported.
  • Prices are in Australian dollars. Updates are free for one year; after that they need a renewal from $25 AUD a year, though the installed version keeps working.
  • Advanced FTP and USB Export are optional add-ons, and the default 30-day evaluation does not enable Advanced FTP.
  • The vendor's licensing FAQ says there are no refunds after purchase and suggests evaluating for up to 60 days first.
Directory Opus pricing and details

Common questions

What are the alternatives to Directory Opus?

The alternatives to Directory Opus in this directory are Total Commander, Files, Path Finder, ForkLift and TeraCopy. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with Directory Opus.

Is there a free alternative to Directory Opus?

Yes. Files and TeraCopy have a free plan alongside paid ones.

Which Directory Opus alternatives work on macOS?

The Directory Opus listing does not include a macOS app. Path Finder, ForkLift and TeraCopy list one.

Which Directory Opus alternatives work on Android?

The Directory Opus listing does not include an Android app. Total Commander lists one.

Is there an open-source alternative to Directory Opus?

Files is described as open source on its own site.

When were these prices checked?

Each listing shows its own date. On this page they run from Oct 6, 2026 to Oct 9, 2026. Vendors change prices without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.

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