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Smb4K

Free#89 of 100 in File Manager Software

Smb4K: A focused desktop utility for discovering and managing Samba shares on Linux and BSD. Ranked #89 of 100 in File Manager Software by our editors (3.0/10); pricing: Free plan; best for linux users focused on Samba share management.

3.0/10Editor score

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At a glance

Editor score
3.0 / 10
Pricing
Free plan
Best for
Linux users focused on Samba share management
Free plan
Yes
Paid from
Free
Supported platforms
Linux, FreeBSD and derivatives, NetBSD, DragonFly BSD
Facts checked
24 Sep 2026

Where it wins
- Discovers workgroups, hosts, and network shares across the network neighborhood
- Mounts, previews, and bookmarks Samba shares from the desktop
- Synchronizes remote shares with local copies and supports credential storage
Where it doesn't
- Focused on Samba shares rather than general file management
- Platform coverage centers on Linux and BSD systems
- Community support may not suit teams seeking vendor support

Our verdict on Smb4K

Smb4K is a desktop utility for finding and managing SMB/CIFS network shares, aimed at people working in Linux and BSD environments. It scans for workgroups, hosts, and shares, then lets users mount or unmount selected Samba shares. The focus is specific: it complements a file manager or terminal for network-share tasks rather than serving as a broad-purpose file manager. For Linux users who regularly navigate Samba shares, that concentration keeps discovery and mount management together in one utility.

Its feature set covers much of the share-management loop. Users can search the network neighborhood, preview remote share contents, bookmark favorite shares, and store login credentials through supported secure storage solutions. Profiles support different network neighborhood setups, while mount options provide another point of control. Synchronization works between a remote share and a local copy in either direction. This makes Smb4K relevant not only for browsing, but also for recurring access and local synchronization workflows. The published product details list Linux and several BSD systems, including FreeBSD and derivatives, NetBSD, and DragonFly BSD.

Smb4K is open source and GPL-licensed, with a free plan, and its listed deployment is desktop. Community support is the stated support channel, so organizations that need a vendor-backed support route may prefer another product. Its narrower SMB/CIFS focus is also a limitation if the goal is a general file manager for local files or a wider range of network services. Linux users whose main need is Samba share discovery, mounting, bookmarking, and synchronization are the clearest fit; users seeking broad file management should look elsewhere.

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Smb4K pricing

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

See plans on smb4k.sourceforge.io

Smb4K fact sheet

Free plan	Yes
Paid from	Free
Supported platforms	Linux, FreeBSD and derivatives, NetBSD, DragonFly BSD
Dual-pane view	Not verified
Tabbed interface	Not verified
Batch rename	Not verified
Archive support	Not verified
Cloud storage access	Not verified
Portable version	Not verified
Deployment	Desktop
Platforms	Linux
Support	Community
Built for	Solo, Small business (editorial estimate)
Pricing	Free plan
Website	smb4k.sourceforge.io
Facts checked	24 Sep 2026

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