Open Source & Free

Compare folders and files
on macOS

A powerful and intuitive application designed to compare folders and files

100% Free
Open Source
macOS 13+
Regular Updates

Main Features

Everything you need to work more efficiently and productively

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Visual File & Folder Comparison

Instantly compare files and folders side-by-side with clear visual indicators of differences — ideal for tracking changes in projects or backups.

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Advanced Comparison Filters

Use powerful include/exclude rules to filter files and folders, ignore temporary or system files, and focus only on what truly matters during comparisons.

Fast and Lightweight

Optimized for excellent performance without slowing down your Mac.

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Intuitive Design

A modern, easy-to-use user interface designed for macOS.

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Sandboxed, Secure and Private

Your data stays on your device. No tracking, no telemetry. The app runs within Apple’s sandbox model to ensure an additional layer of protection and security.

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Automatic Updates

Always stay up to date with the latest features and improvements.

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See the App in Action

Discover how VisualDiffer can transform your daily workflow

Folder Comparison

Folder Comparison

Side-by-side folder comparison with color-coded file status. Quickly identify new, modified, unchanged, and removed files

Folder Comparison

Side-by-side folder comparison with color-coded file status. Quickly identify new, modified, unchanged, and removed files

File Comparison

File Comparison

Detailed line-by-line file comparison with syntax highlighting. Instantly spot additions, deletions, and modifications

File Comparison

Detailed line-by-line file comparison with syntax highlighting. Instantly spot additions, deletions, and modifications

File Filters

File Filters

Powerful filtering system to focus on what matters. Exclude build artifacts, dependencies, and system files

File Filters

Powerful filtering system to focus on what matters. Exclude build artifacts, dependencies, and system files