Directory Opus
Windows Explorer replacement with a paid one-time licence
- #2 of 10 in best file managers
- One-time purchase
- Windows
Ranked 2 of 10 in best file managers
A paid Windows file manager that its vendor calls a complete replacement for Explorer. It uses a one-time licence after a 30-day trial, and the site notes that ARM is not currently supported.
Best for Windows users who want an Explorer replacement
About Directory Opus
Directory Opus is a Windows file manager from GP Software. Its site calls it a complete replacement for Windows Explorer, with more functions than the built-in tool, and it lists support for Windows 7, 8, 10 and 11.
The program is sold under a licence that the site says lets you use it forever, with free updates and technical support through the forum. A 30-day trial is available, and the site notes that ARM is not currently supported. Prices on the site are shown in Australian dollars, so check the local price before buying.
Key features
- Explorer replacement
- One-time licence
- 30-day trial
- Windows 7 to 11
- Support forum
Strengths
- One-time licence with free updates, per the vendor
- 30-day trial before buying
Limits
- Windows only, with no ARM support yet
- Paid after the trial
Where Directory Opus ranks
How Directory Opus compares
| Product | Score | Price | Platforms | Layout |
|---|---|---|---|---|
#1 Total Commander | 92.0 | Paid | Windows | Dual panels, tabs |
| #2Directory Opus | 90.5 | One-time purchase | Windows | Dual panes, dual trees and tabs |
#3 Double Commander | 89.5 | Free and open source | WindowsLinuxmacOS | Dual panels |
#4 Dolphin | 88.0 | Free and open source | LinuxWindows | Tabs and split view |
#5 XYplorer | 87.0 | Paid | Windows | Dual panels, tabs |
The full comparison table for best file managers has all 10 products.
Alternatives to Directory Opus
All 9 alternatives- Total CommanderLong-running shareware dual-panel file manager for Windows
- Double CommanderHas a free option; is open source; also runs on Linux, macOS.
- DolphinHas a free option; is open source; also runs on Linux.
- XYplorerPortable Windows file manager and Explorer replacement with dual panes
Midnight CommanderHas a free option; is open source; also runs on Linux, macOS.
FilesHas a free option; is open source.
Questions about Directory Opus
- Is Directory Opus free?
- Directory Opus is a paid product (one-time purchase). One-time paid licence after a 30-day trial.
- Is Directory Opus open source?
- No. Directory Opus is proprietary software; its source code is not public.
- Which platforms does Directory Opus support?
- Directory Opus is available on: Windows.
- What is Directory Opus best for?
- Windows users who want an Explorer replacement. In our ranking of file managers it is number 2 of 10 with a score of 90.5.
- What are the best alternatives to Directory Opus?
- The highest-ranked alternatives on listme.name are Total Commander, Double Commander, Dolphin, XYplorer.
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