When comparing DocFetcher vs Copernic Desktop Search, the Slant community recommends DocFetcher for most people. In the question“What are the best desktop search tools for Windows?” DocFetcher is ranked 2nd while Copernic Desktop Search is ranked 16th. The most important reason people chose DocFetcher is:
DocFetcher is available for both Windows and Linux operating systems, making it a valuable portable tool for people who use both operating systems.
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Pros
Pro Cross-platform
DocFetcher is available for both Windows and Linux operating systems, making it a valuable portable tool for people who use both operating systems.
Pro Even includes Outlook .PST files
Reliably indexes and searches huge Outlook message stores (10GB or more). You can then filter by to/from, folder, content string, etc.
Pro Searches content, not just names
Cons
Con Indexes only documents
DocFetcher only indexes documents, with pictures, videos, audio files etc... being omitted.
Con No result ranking
Despite allegedly being on the cusp of offering a ranking of the search result (since v.4.0), as of 7.0 this fundamental feature is still lacking.
Con Annual subscription
Since the launch of its 7.0 version, you now have to buy an annual subscription to use the software.