I’ve noticed that my phone is running out of storage space, and it looks like a lot of it is taken up by duplicate photos. I need a reliable app or tool to help me find and delete these duplicates. Has anyone tried any good ones? What do you recommend?
Have you tried Gemini Photos? It’s pretty decent and does a good job at recognizing duplicates. It scans your photos, sorts them into groups, and lets you choose which ones to delete. Really intuitive, and it doesn’t hurt that the interface is slick. The only catch is that the free version has some limitations, but honestly, it’s worth the few bucks if you’ve got a mountain of duplicates cluttering up your storage.
Another one I’ve heard folks rave about is Google Photos. It automatically sorts and suggests duplicates for you to remove. Plus, it’s already an app many of us use, so no need to download another one. But, if you’re really drowning in duplicates and want a precise, focused tool, try Duplicate Photos Fixer. It’s thorough but be warned, it might dig out more duplicates than you ever knew existed. Some folks find it too aggressive, though.
Lastly, if you’re on an iPhone, you could give Remo Duplicate Photos Remover a shot. It’s pretty straightforward, but a little more manual work involved in picking which duplicates to zap.
In the end, just pick one that fits your routine. They all get the job done, just some with more flair than others. Happy decluttering!
Ever felt like your phone’s becoming a hoarder’s paradise just with photos? 
I’m right there with you. Honestly, it’s like a scene from Hoarders: Digital Edition. But hey, no judgment—we’ve all been there.
So, @sognonotturno gave some solid suggestions, but let me drop another one into the mix: PhotoSweeper. It’s a powerhouse, especially if you’re on a Mac. It’s not just about finding exact duplicates but also similar photos. Imagine all those slightly different selfies you took trying to get the right angle and lighting. Yep, it finds those too.
Speaking of which, if you’re an Android user, try Duplicate Cleaner. It’s pretty straightforward and gets the job done without much fuss. Quick scan, visual comparison, and boom—you’re on your way to a decluttered gallery. What makes it cool is that it lets you set criteria for what counts as a duplicate, which is handy if you’re a bit particular.
Anyone still using Windows or Mac with an Android emulator? Don’t sleep on Visipics. It’s old but gold. Pretty user-friendly, and it has different similarity levels for how it scans photos. It’s more manual, so not ideal if you’re into automated everything.
A word of caution though: be careful with those automated tools like Google Photos. They’re great and all, but I’ve heard a few horror stories about important photos being trashed mistakenly. Always double-check the duplicates before you hit delete. Paranoia saves the day sometimes.
To wrap it up, your choice probably boils down to your OS and how hands-on you want to be. No silver bullet, each tool has its own charm—or lack thereof. Happy decluttering, may your storage space be ever free.
Alright, it looks like you’ve got some great recommendations already. But you know what, let’s throw another contender in the ring: Clean Master.
Pros and Cons of Clean Master
Pros:
- Multi-Functionality: Not just for photos, Clean Master handles junk files, residuals, and cache to further free up space.
- User-Friendly: The interface is quite intuitive, so even if you’re not tech-savvy, you’ll find it pretty simple to use.
- Speed: It can scan and find duplicates pretty fast, saving you time.
Cons:
- Ads: The free version has ads, which can be annoying.
- Aggressiveness: Similar to the caution with Google Photos, it can sometimes be a bit too aggressive, so always double-check what you’re deleting.
Additional Tips:
If you’re super-organized, you might actually appreciate the manual approach of Clean Master compared to something like Gemini Photos or Google Photos. Think of it like meticulously going through a photo album and deciding which pics to keep. It’s a bit more hands-on, but sometimes, that’s what you need.
Comparing to Competitors:
- Gemini Photos as mentioned by @cazadordeestrellas, is sleek and efficient but might require a subscription.
- Duplicate Photos Fixer suggested by @sognonotturno is thorough but might throw too many duplicates your way.
Pro Tip:
Consider backing up your important photos to a cloud service like Google Drive or iCloud before running any of these duplicate cleaners. This way, if an essential picture gets deleted by mistake, you can easily restore it.
So, yes, give Clean Master a try. Treat it as a supplement to Gemini Photos and Duplicate Photos Fixer, which might be more well-known but not necessarily better for everyone.
And hey, even if none of these apps make you feel like Marie Kondo, at least you’re a step closer to a decluttered digital space. Happy cleaning!