DUDE (DUplicates DEtector) vs WhatInStartup
| DUDE (DUplicates DEtector) | WhatInStartup | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | No | No |
| Free trial | No | No |
| Paid from | — | — |
| Open source | No | No |
| Platforms | Windows, Linux | Windows |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Platform coverage | cross-platform | windows |
| Scan locations | Designated local folders and drives | Local folders and drives; OneDrive folder via NTFS symbolic links or junction points |
| Match methods | SHA1 content hashing; image similarity detection | File size; byte-by-byte binary content comparison; duplicate filename; duplicate filename with identical or non-identical content |
| File preview | Yes | — |
| Recycle Bin / Trash | Yes | Yes |
| Folder exclusions | Yes | Yes |
Both are listed in Best Duplicate File Finders. On Inferse, WhatInStartup scores higher on our published basis.