FolderComparator
Compare, sync, and manage folders with confidence on your Mac.
FolderComparator is a fast, privacy-friendly macOS app that helps you compare two folders side by side, spot differences instantly, and sync changes safely. Whether you’re backing up projects, keeping external drives aligned, or checking which files have changed, FolderComparator gives you a clear, reliable way to stay organised.
Why FolderComparator?
- Compare folders quickly and see files that are unique, modified, or identical
- Sync one-way or two-way to keep folders matched across drives and locations
- Choose your comparison mode for speed or accuracy
- Filter by file type, including images, documents, code, videos, or custom extensions
- Preview differences visually with text and image comparison tools
- Use Quick Look support to inspect files directly from the results list
- Export results to CSV or text for reporting and record keeping
- Drag and drop folders to get started in seconds
- Create backups before syncing for extra peace of mind
- Works fully on your Mac for speed, privacy, and control
From home users organising personal files to professionals managing active projects, FolderComparator makes folder comparison and synchronisation simple, safe, and easy to understand.
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**Sync Confirmation Dialogue**
All three sync actions now show a summary sheet before any files are moved — file count, total size, and active filter warnings. No more accidental syncs.
**Folder counts refresh automatically**
The item count and folder size shown next to each selection now updates after every Compare and Sync operation.
**Safer text diff viewer**
Files over 1 MB are now loaded line-by-line (up to 10,000 lines) to prevent memory spikes. An orange banner appears when a file has been truncated.
**Bug fixes**
- Fixed multiple sync operations running simultaneously when "Backup before syncing" was enabled
- Fixed log pane appearing empty after the first compare on launch
- Fixed backup failing on iCloud "Files On Demand" folders
- Fixed "Failed to move to bin" errors for new files during one-way sync
- Fixed iCloud Drive badge not appearing on some folder configurations
- Fixed volume kind badges being clipped off-screen at normal window sizes
- Fixed log timestamp wrapping onto two lines
- Disk space check on network volumes now logs a warning instead of silently skipping
- All alert strings are now fully localised
Version 1.9
The developer, Arron Penfold, indicated that the app’s privacy practices may include handling of data as described below. For more information, see the developer’s privacy policy .
Data Not Collected
The developer does not collect any data from this app.
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