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xplr vs Vifm: catalog facts
xplr	Vifm
Free The open-source application is available without a license fee.	Free Free to download, with optional sponsorship through GitHub Sponsors.
macOS, Linux	Windows, Linux, Command line
Scriptable navigation and tool integration	Vim keybindings and commands for file management Full keyboard control
Customization requires configuring the surrounding workflow.	Steep learning curve for people new to Vim Terminal interface only
Downloadable app	Downloadable app
Open source	Closed source
License: MIT	License not stated
Not stated if an account is needed	No account needed
Not stated if it works offline	Works offline
Official website Full listing and sources Checked September 22, 2026	Official website Full listing and sources Checked September 23, 2026

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