Description:
Advanced directory compare utility
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Type: Cask
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Latest Version: 7.5.0.04@0
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Tracked Since: Dec 17, 2025
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Links:
Homepage |
formulae.brew.sh
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Category: Productivity
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Tags:
file-sync
comparison
utility
macos
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Install:
brew install --cask direqual
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About:
Direqual is a sophisticated directory comparison and synchronization tool designed for macOS. It visually highlights differences between folders, files, and their contents, supporting text, binary, and resource fork comparisons. The utility facilitates efficient merging and updating of directory structures, ensuring data consistency across local and networked drives.
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Key Features:
- Visual side-by-side directory comparison
- Support for text, binary, and hex file comparisons
- Intelligent synchronization with undo/redo capabilities
- Filtering rules for ignoring specific files or folders
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Use Cases:
- Synchronizing project folders between a Mac and a backup drive
- Verifying the integrity of copied data or backups
- Comparing different versions of application bundles or configuration directories
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Alternatives:
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Araxis Merge
– Enterprise-grade tool with higher cost and steeper learning curve
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DiffMerge
– Free alternative with similar visual comparison features
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7.4.0.10 |
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7.2.0.05 |
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