NEKTONY DUPLICATE FILE FINDER PRO
Nektony Duplicate File Finder Pro is a powerful and intuitive tool designed to help macOS users locate and remove duplicate files from their system. Duplicates can accumulate over time, taking up valuable storage space and slowing down your computer. Nektony’s Duplicate File Finder Pro promises to make this process quick and easy by scanning your Mac for duplicates and giving you the option to delete or move them.
In this review, we’ll explore the key features, performance, pricing, pros, and cons of Nektony Duplicate File Finder Pro to help you determine if it’s the right tool for managing your Mac’s storage and optimizing its performance.
Installation of ‘Nektony Duplicate File Finder Pro’ is simple, just drag and drop the icon(application) inside the .dmg file to your Applications folder and you’re done. Now enter your serial if you bought the Pro version. With the PRO version you can operate duplicate folders and non-identical Similar folders and even similar photos.
WHY WE NEED DUPLICATE FILE FINDER PRO
Every music and photography enthusiast (and others) will face a lot of duplicate or similar files cluttering their drives, as experimenting and tryouts with images or music is one of my passions. I guess there’s more people like me, spending hours and hours perfecting our favourite photo’s or edited music compilations.
People like me, get warnings from iCloud, that their storage is full and needs upgrading. All because macOS syncs our desktops with iCloud. So in order to avoid iCloud problems I opt for Choose Apple menu > System Preferences, then click Apple ID, and select the desired options. I personally copy folders to an external NAS where loads of partitions get stuffed with ‘Folders in Progress’, I call them. In the end have numerous folders with identical or nearly same files. At times we need to sweep the disks in order to keep things fairly clean, and use the recovered disk-space for new data. Nektony created a nice application Duplicate File Finder Pro ( or Free ). This application helps to remove duplicates in just a few minutes or hours depending on the amount of data to be searched.
Duplicate File Finder Pro scans your Mac hard drive or external drives to find identical files and folders. It searches equal files by type, name, count, and size. You can separately view and delete duplicate photos, videos, music, documents, or all types of duplicates from your Mac. Duplicate File Finder also helps you to detect similar folders, which have both equal and unique files and merge them to free up storage space on your disk. Besides that, Duplicate File Finder Pro detects similar photos in order to ease the selection of the favourite pictures you want to keep on your computer. This application is easy to use and it provides a “how to use” guide for new users. A free version is also available, but I feel the Pro version with its bonus features will not withhold too much, for its pricing.
COMPARE DUPLICATE FILE FINDER vs GEMENI 2
Why do we compare two applications at the same time? Well to be honest Gemeni 2 is a well known application with great reviews, and Nektony is still fairly less known and we find almost no reviews on the internet. So we need to test and check, in order to make up an opinion on the quality and effectiveness of the scanning results.
INTERFACE & PREFERENCES
The opening-interface of Duplicate File Finder is minimalist and simple. Too simple for my taste, as I fancy sleek and well layed out interfaces. Duplicate File Finder does come with some special Preferences for any user to adjust and set. Its main feature (to me) is the addition or removal of directories to be skipped or added. This will impact scanning time (faster/slower) depending of file amount to scan. The ‘Skip List’ Tab allows you to adjust the folder/files to be scanned. The ‘Auto Select’ provides numeral options for file selections.
As soon as it starts scanning , we get a column overview of the disk content, nicely divided in separate folders and file types. Depending on the amount of folders to be scanned-searched, the scan can take just a few minutes to in my case approx. 4 hours scan-time. During scanning the animated columns show you the data-amount scanned and in progress. Quite informative and the progress-bar at the bottom tells you the remaining files or folders to be scanned and compared.
When all scanning is finished we get a full overview of all duplicate files/folders found nicely sorted in file type and detailed information of numbers and size. The Pro version provides some extra buttons (Merge etc), to perform related functionality.
Like any removal application, one should always check and check again if the proposed file(s)/folders are the ones you want to get rid off. People running RAID systems should definitely check and check. Even when deleted all is not lost as there are applications to retrieve your just deleted files, but better be safe than sorry.
A view selection of separate Button actions will give you a nice idea of its full potential.
FOUND DUPLICATES in SEARCH
We started with the knowledge of Gemini 2 qualities, and were wondering if Duplicate File Finder could match its performance. The performance is source for discussion as it comes down to priorities for results. Is the outcome of found files priority or scan-time, amount of files ? Take your pick as each separate item is somehow important. In our test we scanned 1.500.000 files in a straight run and noted the performance of both applications. The outcome is overwhelming in favor of Duplicate File Finder in each separate measurement. Keep in mind that we are not able to check the accuracy of each application as we ran a 1.500.000 files test, which we can’t check for each file found. Overall, the Duplicate File Finder application won in every aspect:
- – Found Files approx. 42000 more
- – Found amount Gb 16 Gb more data
- – Scan-Time 40 min.faster
The found files amount of Gemini 2, might be due to way of calculation folders/files. Maybe its a matter of min. file size to set as Threshold, we don’t know, all we see is the outcome which surprised us really.
KEY FEATURES OF NEKTONY DUPLICATE FILE FINDER
- Comprehensive Duplicate Scanning
- Nektony Duplicate File Finder Pro is designed to scan your Mac for a variety of duplicate files, including documents, photos, videos, music files, and more. The app is capable of finding duplicates in folders, external drives, cloud storage, and even iTunes or Photos libraries.
- It doesn’t just look for files with identical names; it can identify files that are byte-by-byte identical, ensuring you find exact duplicates even if their names differ.
- Smart Search Options
- The software offers various search criteria to fine-tune your scan. You can search for duplicates based on:
- Exact matches: Identical files in terms of size and content.
- Partial matches: Files that are similar but not identical, such as images or music files that are slightly modified.
- File type: You can specify to search for certain file types (e.g., documents, photos, videos).
- You can also exclude certain folders or locations from being scanned, providing you with more control over the process.
- Preview Duplicates Before Deleting
- Before you permanently remove duplicates, Nektony Duplicate File Finder Pro allows you to preview them. This is especially useful for images, audio, and video files, as you can confirm that the files are indeed duplicates before deleting them.
- The preview functionality reduces the risk of accidentally removing important files that might look similar but are actually different.
- Fast and Accurate Scanning
- The scanning process is designed to be fast and efficient. Nektony uses advanced algorithms that help it quickly identify duplicate files without consuming excessive system resources. Even large files and directories can be scanned relatively quickly.
- The app displays detailed results after each scan, listing the duplicates it has found and their locations. You can sort them by file type, size, and path for easier identification.
- Flexible Duplicate File Management
- Once duplicates are found, you can choose from a few different actions:
- Delete duplicates: Safely remove duplicates from your system to free up space.
- Move duplicates to Trash: This option is safer as it allows you to restore deleted files if necessary.
- Move duplicates to another location: If you want to keep duplicates but move them out of the way, this option allows you to relocate them to a different folder or drive.
- File and Folder Exclusion
- You can choose to exclude specific folders or directories from the scan. This is particularly useful if you have certain files or folders that you don’t want to check for duplicates, such as system files or frequently accessed directories.
- User-Friendly Interface
- The app has a simple and intuitive user interface, designed with ease of use in mind. The scanning process is straightforward, and you can quickly navigate through results to decide which files to delete.
- The app also features drag-and-drop support, allowing you to add folders and drives directly into the scan for quicker results.
- Multi-language Support
- Nektony Duplicate File Finder Pro supports several languages, making it accessible to a global audience. The language options are automatically detected based on your macOS settings, and you can easily switch to a preferred language in the settings.
- Safe and Secure File Deletion
- When you delete duplicates using Nektony, the files are moved to the Trash, ensuring that they’re not permanently deleted without your confirmation. This adds a layer of safety and gives you a chance to recover any files if needed.
PERFORMANCE AND USABILITY
- System Impact
- Nektony Duplicate File Finder Pro is lightweight and runs efficiently in the background without consuming excessive CPU or memory resources. The app does not noticeably slow down your system during the scanning process and performs well even with larger files or directories.
- Speed
- The app is fairly quick in scanning directories, even with a large volume of files. It uses multi-threaded scanning for faster results, and the overall performance is optimized to minimize system lag. Of course, the speed of scanning can vary depending on the number of files and the size of the directories being scanned.
- Ease of Use
- The interface is designed to be as user-friendly as possible. Even beginners can easily navigate through the app’s features. The scan results are neatly displayed with color-coded categories and preview options, so users can quickly identify duplicates and make informed decisions about which files to remove.
- The drag-and-drop functionality makes it even easier to select folders or drives to scan, and the ability to preview files before deletion ensures that you’re not deleting anything important by accident.
- Comprehensive Duplicate Search
- Nektony is capable of finding duplicates across a wide range of file types and locations, including external drives, cloud storage, and even media libraries such as iTunes and Photos.
- Fast and Efficient Scanning
- The scanning algorithm is optimized for speed and accuracy, and the app performs well even on large directories and drives. It is much quicker than manually searching for duplicates or using other less specialized tools.
- Preview Option Before Deleting
- The ability to preview duplicates, especially for media files like images and videos, reduces the risk of accidentally deleting the wrong files. This is a big plus for users who work with large collections of media or important documents.
- Safe File Deletion
- The app moves deleted files to the Trash instead of permanently deleting them, giving users a chance to recover files if necessary. This safety net is helpful, particularly if you’re not completely sure whether a file is a duplicate.
- User-Friendly Interface
- The app is easy to use with a simple interface that even new Mac users will find intuitive. The drag-and-drop functionality and detailed scan results make navigating and managing duplicate files straightforward.
- Multi-language Support
- Nektony Duplicate File Finder Pro supports a variety of languages, making it accessible for users worldwide.
- Batch Processing
- The app allows users to scan and manage multiple directories or drives at once, saving time for those with large storage setups.
- Pricing
- Nektony Duplicate File Finder Pro is a paid tool, and while it offers a free version with basic functionality, you’ll need to purchase the Pro version for advanced features such as the ability to remove duplicates from cloud storage, external drives, or system libraries.
- Pricing is $19.95 for a one-time purchase, which is reasonable but could be seen as expensive for those who only need basic duplicate file management. There’s no subscription option, so the cost is one-time, but it’s still a consideration for users on a budget.
- Limited Free Version
- The free version of Nektony Duplicate File Finder offers limited functionality, meaning users can only scan for duplicates and preview them, but they cannot delete or manage the duplicates. The Pro version unlocks the ability to manage duplicates fully, but you’ll need to pay for it to access these features.
- No Cloud Sync Integration
- While the app can find duplicates on cloud storage manually added to your system (e.g., Google Drive or Dropbox), it doesn’t directly integrate with cloud storage providers for automatic duplicate detection. You’ll need to download or sync files to your Mac before scanning for duplicates in the cloud.
- No Built-in Backup
- While deleted files are moved to the Trash, there’s no built-in feature for backing up duplicates before deletion. Users should consider manually backing up important files before using the app to avoid the risk of accidental deletion.
PRICING
- Personal License: $19.95 (one-time purchase)
- Family License: $39.95 (for 3-5 users, one-time purchase)
Free Trial: Available with limited features (preview only, cannot delete files).
VERDICT
Nektony Duplicate File Finder Pro is a reliable and effective tool for managing duplicate files on your Mac. With its fast scanning, detailed results, and easy-to-use interface, it offers a comprehensive solution for cleaning up your system and freeing up valuable storage space. The ability to preview duplicates before deleting and the option to move files to the Trash instead of deleting them permanently adds a layer of safety, ensuring that no important data is lost by mistake.
The main downside is the price, especially when compared to free alternatives, but for those who require more advanced features, such as support for external drives, cloud storage, and media libraries, Nektony is well worth the investment.
Pros:
- Fast and accurate scanning
- Ability to preview duplicates before deletion
- Safe file removal (moved to Trash)
- User-friendly interface
- Multi-language support
Cons:
- Paid product with limited free version
- No automatic cloud sync integration
- No built-in backup feature
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