Look for a fast duplicate file finder for Windows 11/10

PowerShell's Get-FileHash is not the best option for duplicate file finder for Windows 11/10. You gotta write and run scripts yourself. If you’re not super comfy with PowerShell, it can feel like trying to decode ancient hieroglyphs. Even then, it’s not super quick—you’ll be waiting around for hashes to generate for tons of files. Unlike dedicated duplicate finders for Windows 10 with drag-and-drop and visual previews, PowerShell is all command-line. If you prefer clicking around, it’s a pain in the neck.

You get hashes, but you have to manually compare them or script that comparison. It’s not like a dedicated app that automatically shows duplicates for you. If you’re not careful with scripts, you might accidentally delete or move the wrong files. No safety net unless you add extra scripting, which can get complicated. PowerShell doesn’t offer features like selecting duplicates based on file size, date, or previewing images—things that dedicated tools do effortlessly.

If you’re just casually hunting down duplicates or managing a big library, dedicated free tools are way more user-friendly and save you a lot of hassle. PowerShell’s great if you wanna automate or customize stuff, but for quick and easy cleanup, those tools are a lifesaver.