Beyond Compare

Scooter SoftwareFile Comparison Tools
Version 5.2.x (Aug 3, 2026)(23)

Compare, merge, and synchronize data with precision and ease.

  • Supports folder, file, image, and table comparisons.
  • Enables two- and three-way merging with conflict resolution.
  • Integrates with FTP, cloud storage, and version control systems.
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Compare files and folders on your Windows, Linux or macOS system.
Beyond Compare facilitates precise data comparison and merging for developers and IT professionals. It handles text, binary, images, and tables on Windows, macOS, and Linux. The software also synchronizes local and remote data, supporting robust workflows for code and content management across various platforms.
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Folder and File Comparison

Compare folders and files side-by-side with color-coded highlights for differences. Filters help focus on added, modified, or matching items while supporting recursive subfolder expansion and alignment of files with different names or extensions.

Text Comparison and Editing

View and edit text files with syntax highlighting and dynamic inline editing. It offers ignore rules for whitespace, comments, and case, along with flexible alignment options, bookmarking, and find-and-replace features.

Two- and Three-Way Merging

Merge changes from multiple versions of files or folders into a single output. The interface marks conflicts clearly and allows accepting or rejecting changes efficiently, supporting integrated workflows with version control systems.

Image and Binary Comparison

Compare images using pixel-level views with options to flip, rotate, scale, and ignore color differences. Binary files are displayed as hex with editing capabilities and difference filtering.

Registry Comparison

Pro Edition supports live comparison and editing of local and remote Windows registries, including .reg file imports and recursive key expansions.

Synchronization Across Locations

Synchronize data efficiently between local drives, FTP servers, and cloud storage providers like Dropbox, OneDrive, and Amazon S3. Powerful filters and scripting support automate repetitive synchronization tasks.

Integrated Support for Version Control

Launch comparisons directly from major version control systems and manage file checkin/checkout through SCC-compliant integrations, streamlining source control management.

Extensive Protocol and Storage Support

Beyond Compare accesses data across local, network, FTP, SFTP, WebDAV, cloud services, and Subversion repositories. It supports multiple simultaneous connections with strong authentication options.

Customizable and User-Friendly Interface

Features tabbed, multithreaded interface with customizable fonts, colors, keyboard shortcuts, high DPI support, and Dark Mode. Sessions and workspaces can be saved and automatically restored for efficient workflows.

Automated and Scripted Operations

Supports a script processor and command line interface for task automation, enabling scheduled and repeatable data comparison, merging, and synchronization without manual intervention.

Product Compatibility

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Operating System

  • Windows Desktop
  • Windows Server
  • macOS
  • Linux

Linux Variant

  • Kernel
  • RedHat
  • Ubuntu

Windows Desktop Version

  • Windows 11
  • Windows 10

Windows Server Version

  • Windows Server 2025
  • Windows Server 2022
  • Windows Server 2019
  • Windows Server 2016