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Wise Duplicate Finder

Freemium#3 of 37 in Duplicate File Finders

Wise Duplicate Finder: A Windows duplicate finder with free manual cleanup and Pro date-based selection. Ranked #3 of 37 in Duplicate File Finders by our editors (8.7/10); pricing: Free plan; best for budget-conscious Windows users.

8.7/10Editor score

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At a glance

Editor score
8.7 / 10
Pricing
Free plan
Best for
Budget-conscious Windows users
Free plan
Yes
Paid from
$11.97/device/yr
Platform coverage
Windows
Facts checked
24 Sep 2026

Where it wins
- Compares names and sizes, partial content, or full file content
- Previews grouped results and sends deletions to the Recycle Bin
- Pro backs up duplicates and restores them to their original locations
Where it doesn't
- Available only for Windows desktop
- Automatic date-based selection is limited to Pro
- Free covers searching and deletion, not backup and restore

Our verdict on Wise Duplicate Finder

Wise Duplicate Finder is a Windows desktop utility for locating and removing duplicate documents, photos, videos, and other files. It fits people who want to reclaim space or organize files by reviewing matches themselves, especially budget-conscious Windows users who can start with free search and deletion. Scans can target selected folders and disks, including multiple folders or drives, and results are grouped for review.

Matching can use file name and size, partial content (the first and last 1 KB, with MD5), or entire content (MD5). A preview pane helps inspect files before removal, and empty or zero-byte files can also be found. Deletions can go to the Recycle Bin rather than being permanently removed at once. These review and recovery options suit users who want control over cleanup; this is a focused duplicate and empty-file finder, not a broader file-management suite.

The Free plan includes searching for and deleting duplicates. According to the vendor's official purchase page, Pro costs $11.97 per year for three PCs. It adds backup and restore, one-click selection of unwanted duplicates, automatic updates, and premium tech support. Keeping one copy while automatically selecting others according to date-based rules is a Pro feature. The product page advertises a 60-day money-back guarantee. Choose Pro if that selection automation or recovery matters; choose Free for manual searches and cleanup. Users seeking a non-Windows option should look elsewhere.

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Wise Duplicate Finder pricing

Plans Free planFreemium A usable free plan; paid tiers unlock the limits above. Prices checked 24 Sep 2026.

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Wise Duplicate Finder fact sheet

Free plan	Yes
Paid from	$11.97/device/yr
Platform coverage	Windows
Scan locations	Selected folders and disks; multiple folders and drives are supported
Match methods	File name and size; partial content (first and last 1 KB, MD5); entire content (MD5)
File preview	Yes
Automatic selection	Yes
Recycle Bin / Trash	Yes
Folder exclusions	Not verified
Money-back guarantee	60 days
Deployment	Desktop
Platforms	Windows
Support	Email
Built for	Solo, Small business (editorial estimate)
Pricing	Free plan (source)
Website	wisecleaner.com
Facts checked	24 Sep 2026

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