ForkLift

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Overview

ForkLift is a dual-pane file manager and file transfer client for macOS that combines local file management with remote server access. It enables users to manage files across multiple services including FTP, SFTP, WebDAV, Amazon S3, Backblaze B2, Google Drive, and network shares, while providing advanced file operations like synchronization, batch renaming, and direct remote file editing. The application is designed for professional users who regularly handle large volumes of files across local and remote locations.

Key Features

Dual-pane view - View and interact with two separate folders simultaneously to streamline file transfers and comparisons
Remote server access - Connect to FTP, SFTP, WebDAV, Amazon S3, Backblaze B2, Google Drive, and network shares
Direct remote file editing - Edit files stored on remote servers without downloading and re-uploading
Folder synchronization - Sync folders between local drives and remote servers
Multi-rename function - Batch rename multiple files efficiently
Archive handling - Create, extract, and manage compressed files
Application deleter - Locate and remove applications with all associated preference files
Git integration - View git status of individual files and perform git operations
Tabbed browsing - Organize multiple locations in tabs within a single window
File preview panel - Preview images, documents, audio, video, and other file types with metadata

Pricing

Plan	Price	Includes
Standard	$19.95	Full version of ForkLift 4 with all features

Platforms & Requirements

ForkLift runs exclusively on macOS as a standalone application that operates alongside the Finder without modifying or replacing it. The application maintains compatibility with modern macOS versions and does not close the Finder when launched.

Integrations & Ecosystem

FTP servers
SFTP servers
WebDAV
Amazon S3
Backblaze B2
Google Drive
Rackspace CloudFiles
SMB shares
AFP shares
NFS shares
Git repositories

Alternatives

App	Difference
Transmit	Specialized FTP/SFTP client with less emphasis on local file management
Commander One	Dual-pane file manager with cloud storage focus, available on macOS and iOS
Cyberduck	Open-source file transfer client with broader platform support including Windows and Linux
Finder	Native macOS file manager with limited remote server capabilities and no dual-pane interface

Reputation

ForkLift is highly regarded by professional macOS users for its efficient file management capabilities and elegant user interface. The application is praised for its comprehensive feature set, particularly its dual-pane design and seamless handling of both local and remote files. Users appreciate the direct remote file editing capability and the breadth of supported protocols. The primary limitation is its macOS-only availability, which restricts its use to Apple platform users.

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