DirectCompare is a desktop file and folder comparison tool for Windows and Linux.
Basic (free): 2-way directory comparison, exports (CSV, HTML, JSON), bookmarks,
sessions, keyboard shortcuts, and themes. No time limit.
Standard ($39/yr): Everything in Basic plus N-way comparison (3+ sources),
Git integration, and archive support (ZIP, TAR, 7Z, RAR, ISO, CAB).
Premium ($79/yr): Everything in Standard plus GitHub integration, FTP/SFTP,
similarity search, 3-way merge editor, image comparison (dHash/aHash),
and CSV/Excel comparison.
Publisher’s description
What is DirectCompare?
DirectCompare by DirectCompare is proprietary Windows software in the version control category.
Installation and requirements
The publisher provides Portable installers for 64-bit Windows. The main installer is 8.7 MB. It runs without installation (portable).
Updates and version history
The current version is 1.9.4, released on July 2, 2026. The version history goes back to June 3, 2026: 5 releases, all linked to the official files.
Popularity and file types
The source code on GitHub (DirectCompare/DirectCompare) has 1 stars. Similar programs include GitHub CLI, Git and GitTools GitVersion.
Project description on GitHub: “Professional cross-platform directory comparison tool with N-way comparison, Git/GitHub integration, and enterprise features”
Pros / Cons
Pros
- Portable: runs without installation
- Small download (8.7 MB)
Cons
- Proprietary licence: check the terms and price
- No native ARM64 build
In short: DirectCompare is a version control tool for 64-bit PCs.
Is DirectCompare safe to download?
- The file is served by dl.directcompare.dev, the publisher’s own domain
- The download link uses HTTPS
- A SHA256 hash is published, so you can verify the file:
44C0E9909D657FDF5416BE52125FCBE1AAFFD56078CEAF68A7F3046A0227C254· Open the VirusTotal report for this hash - The link answered when we last checked it (October 22, 2026)
- ExeAtlas does not host, wrap or modify installers
Related guide: How to check a file’s SHA256 hash on Windows
Recent versions
All 5 versions ›| Version | Date | Size | Files |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.9.4Latest | July 2, 2026 | 8.7 MB | 64-bit ZIP |
| 1.9.3 | June 15, 2026 | — | 64-bit ZIP |
| 1.9.2 | June 14, 2026 | — | 64-bit ZIP |
| 1.09.0 | June 8, 2026 | — | 64-bit ZIP |
| 1.08.0 | June 3, 2026 | — | 64-bit ZIP |
Install from the command line
Silent install ›winget install --id DirectCompare.DirectCompare -eRelated guide: How to use winget: install and update apps
Information
- Publisher
- DirectCompare
- Category
- Version control
- Licence
- Proprietary
- Price
- See the publisher’s site
- Source code
- github.com/DirectCompare/DirectCompare
- Requires
- Windows 11 / 10
- Architecture
- 64-bit
- Installer
- Portable
- Version
- 1.9.4
- Released
- July 2, 2026
- Added to the catalogue
- June 3, 2026
- Versions listed
- 5
- GitHub stars
- 1
- Website
- directcompare.dev
- winget ID
- DirectCompare.DirectCompare
Ratings and reviews
No reviews yet. Be the first to rate it.
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Frequently asked questions
Is DirectCompare free?
DirectCompare is proprietary (closed-source) software (licence: Proprietary). Whether it costs money depends on the edition: check the publisher’s site for prices and free tiers.
Is DirectCompare safe to download?
The download comes from dl.directcompare.dev, which belongs to the publisher; ExeAtlas does not host or change the file. Compare its SHA256 hash with the one shown here, or open the VirusTotal report for that hash.
How do I install DirectCompare with winget?
Open PowerShell or Windows Terminal and run the winget command shown on this page. winget downloads the official installer and checks its SHA256 hash before running it.
Does DirectCompare run on ARM (Windows on Arm)?
There is no ARM64 build; Windows 11 on Arm can run the 64-bit version through emulation.
Where can I download an older version of DirectCompare?
The versions page lists all 5 versions with links to their official installer files, back to June 3, 2026.
Can I use DirectCompare without administrator rights?
Yes, it is portable: unpack and run it.
What are alternatives to DirectCompare?
GitHub CLI, Git, GitTools GitVersion, Git Extensions and GitButler. The alternatives page compares them.
