Files vs TeraCopy

Files

• Windows users who want tabs, dual pane and tags in a file manager
• Developers who want Git branches visible while browsing project folders
• People who prefer open-source software built in public

TeraCopy

• Large or unattended transfers that should not stop at the first error
• Backups and media work where every copy must be verified by checksum
• Windows users who find the built-in copy dialog too limited

Files

• Windows only; the Microsoft Store listing requires Windows 10 version 19041.0 or higher.
• The Microsoft Store version costs $12.99. The free version is installed with the classic installer or a PowerShell command.
• Remote connections cover FTP and FTPS only; the docs say SFTP is not currently supported.
• The FAQ acknowledges memory leaks that can make memory use build up over long sessions.

TeraCopy

• The free version is not licensed for commercial use and is limited to 2 copy threads.
• Copying to multiple destinations, file list editing, favorite folders and HTML or CSV reports require a paid license.
• TeraCopy 4 needs Windows 10 or 11. The Mac app is a separate, simpler version 1.1 with four hash algorithms, and its page offers a download but no purchase link.
• A license includes free minor updates, with discounted upgrades for major versions; the About page still describes a lifetime license.

Files

Tabs and dual pane

Several folders open as tabs in a single window, and the dual-pane view shows and manages two folders side by side.

Layouts and column view

Folders can be shown in several layouts, including a column layout for moving through different levels of the file system.

File tags

Files and folders can be organized and sorted with colored tags.

Cloud drives in the sidebar

Detects installed cloud clients such as OneDrive, Google Drive, iCloud, Dropbox and Box and lists their drives in the sidebar. The provider's own client must be running.

Archives and FTP

Creates and extracts archives including zip and 7zip, and connects to FTP and FTPS servers from the address bar. SFTP is not supported.

Git integration and Command Palette

Creates and switches Git branches and syncs changes from within the app. The Command Palette gives keyboard access to commands and settings, and key bindings can be remapped.

TeraCopy

Error recovery

When a file fails to copy, TeraCopy skips it without ending the whole transfer and waits for a network or device to reconnect. Failed or skipped files can be retried afterwards.

File verification

Checks that destination files match the source using 17 checksum algorithms, including CRC32, MD5, SHA1, BLAKE3 and xxHash3, and can generate or validate checksum files.

Explorer integration

Replaces the copy and move functions in Windows Explorer, with an optional confirmation dialog on drag and drop to prevent folders being moved by accident.

Queue, history and file list

Transfers queue to run one after another. The file list doubles as a log of sizes, checksums and errors, and finished tasks are kept for a few days for review.

Locked files and metadata

Copies locked files through an elevated Windows service and Volume Shadow Copy, and lets you choose which metadata to carry over, such as timestamps, streams and permissions.

Paid extras

Pro and Business licenses add copying to several destinations at once, 3 or more copy threads, file list editing with ignore lists, favorite folders and HTML or CSV reports.

Files

• Classic installer$0

  The free version, in stable and preview branches. The project asks people who install it to consider supporting development on GitHub.

• Microsoft Store$12.99

  one-time purchase (US Microsoft Store price)

  The stable release bought and updated through the Microsoft Store. The download page calls this the best way to support development.

TeraCopy

• TeraCopy$0

  Free version with no expiry: verification, checksum files, locked-file copying and Explorer integration, with up to 2 copy threads. Not for commercial use.

• Pro license$34.95

  one-time purchase

  For individuals and freelancers on all their own devices. Adds multiple destinations, 3 or more threads, file list editing, favorite folders and report export.

• Business license$49.95

  one-time purchase

  The paid features licensed for commercial use by teams, companies, government agencies and educational institutions.

• Site license$999

  one-time purchase

  Covers up to 100 users across all of an organization's locations.

Files

No public discounts listed.

TeraCopy

• Other savings

  Volume discounts from 5 licenses

  The purchase page lists discounts of 10% for 5 to 9 licenses, 20% for 10 to 19 and 35% for 20 to 29.

• Other savings

  Bundle with Direct Folders

  TeraCopy and Direct Folders together cost $44.95 for a Pro license or $59.95 for a Business license, against $64.90 and $94.90 when bought separately.

• Other savings

  Lower price when paying with cryptocurrency

  The purchase page lists TeraCopy Pro at $25 when paid in Bitcoin, Lightning or altcoins through CoinPayments, which it describes as a 25% discount.