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CCFinderSW

Free#16 of 23 in Code Clone Detection Tools

CCFinderSW: A focused open-source Java CLI for token-based clone reports on Windows. Ranked #16 of 23 in Code Clone Detection Tools by our editors (7.6/10); pricing: Open source; best for windows users needing token clone reports.

7.6/10Editor score

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At a glance

Editor score
7.6 / 10
Pricing
Open source
Best for
Windows users needing token clone reports
Paid from
Free
Clone detection method
Token
Founded
2017
Facts checked
20 Sep 2026

Where it wins
- Reports both clone pairs and clone sets
- Configures token thresholds and file-detection ranges
- Supports CCFinder, CCFinderX, CCFSW, and JSON output
Where it doesn't
- Platform coverage is limited to Windows
- Requires Java 8 or later
- Does not include AI features

Our verdict on CCFinderSW

CCFinderSW is an open-source Java command-line tool for detecting code clones in source-code directories. It is aimed at Windows users who need token-based analysis with configurable reporting. The tool tokenizes source files, transforms identifiers and other lexical elements through language-specific option files, and produces either clone pairs or clone sets. Its self-hosted command-line design suits technical users who prefer configurable local processing over a broader application interface.

Its strongest area is control over clone analysis. Users can set the minimum token threshold and choose within-file or between-file detection ranges. Language-specific comment-rule files and reserved-word files support Type-2 clone detection, while optional ANTLR grammar-based processing extends lexical handling. Source-file character encoding is configurable, and results can be emitted in CCFinder, CCFinderX, CCFSW, or JSON formats. Gemini and GemX integrations connect with the CCFinder and CCFinderX formats, respectively.

CCFinderSW requires Java 8 or later, and its documented environment is Windows 10 Pro. That makes the setup more appropriate for users comfortable with command-line tools, Java requirements, and configuration files than for teams seeking a browser-based workflow or broad platform coverage. Choose it when token-level clone pairs, clone sets, output-format flexibility, and local control matter most. Consider an alternative when you need platforms beyond Windows, AI-assisted capabilities, or a less technical onboarding path.

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CCFinderSW pricing

Plans Open sourceFree Free to use — no paid tier required for the core job.

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CCFinderSW fact sheet

Free plan	Not verified
Paid from	Free
Clone detection method	Token
Scan scope	Not verified
CI integration	Not verified
IDE integration	Not verified
Self-hosted option	Yes
Supported languages	Not verified
Deployment	Self-hosted
Platforms	Windows
Support	Docs, Community
Built for	Solo, Small business, Mid-market (editorial estimate)
Integrations	2 integrations: Gemini (CCFinder), GemX (CCFinderX)
Pricing	Open source
Website	github.com
Facts checked	20 Sep 2026

CCFinderSW integrations

CCFinderSW lists 2 integrations on its own site.

Gemini (CCFinder)
GemX (CCFinderX)

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