DirectCompare is a desktop file and folder comparison tool that goes way beyond diff. Compare local directories, Git branches, GitHub repos, ZIP/TAR/7Z/RAR archives, and FTP servers — side by side or up to 16 sources simultaneously. Includes 3-way merge, image duplicate detection, CSV/Excel comparison, and a built-in text editor. Single portable .exe, no installer, no dependencies. Free tier with no time limit.