Beyond Just Renaming: An Entire Media Universe
FileBot stops once files are renamed on disk. SWAYA seamlessly transitions your renamed files into a rich, visual media library with posters, cast bios, episode summaries, and custom watchlist filters.
SWAYA vs FileBot: Modern Desktop Media Center & Renamer
FileBot is great for renaming files, but SWAYA takes your local media to the next level: disk organization, beautiful offline library browsing, and a built-in 4K HDR MPV player in one modern desktop app.
SWAYA: €39 launch lifetime (€79 regular)
FileBot: $6/year or $48 lifetime
When to Choose FileBot
- You only need a lightweight command-line (CLI) tool for headless Linux or NAS scripts.
- You write custom Groovy renaming expressions and automated scripting hooks.
- You already use a separate media center (like Plex or Kodi) and never want an integrated player.
When to Choose SWAYA
- You want an all-in-one desktop solution: rename files on disk AND instantly browse/play your library.
- You manage both mainstream movies/shows (TMDb) and adult scenes (StashDB, FansDB, ThePornDB).
- You want a built-in hardware-accelerated MPV player with frame-accurate resume and zero transcoding.
- You prefer a sleek, modern desktop interface with safe dry-run collision protection.
Feature-by-Feature Comparison Matrix
| Feature | SWAYA | FileBot |
|---|---|---|
| Physical File Renaming on Disk |
✓ Supported
TMDb, ThePornDB, StashDB, FansDB
|
✓ Supported
TheMovieDB, TVmaze, AniDB
|
| Dry-Run Preview & Collision Safety |
✓ Supported
Smart collision detection & replacement
|
✓ Supported
Preview list
|
| Built-in 4K/HDR MPV Video Player |
✓ Supported
Hardware accelerated, subtitle & audio sync
|
✗ Not Available
No player built-in
|
| Visual Offline Media Library & Detail Pages |
✓ Supported
Posters, backdrops, cast, genres, ratings
|
✗ Not Available
No media library UI
|
| Adult Media & StashDB Scraper Support |
✓ Supported
Native StashDB, FansDB & performer index
|
✗ Not Available
Mainstream databases only
|
| Dual Mode (SFW / NSFW) with PIN Lock |
✓ Supported
Complete database isolation & locking
|
✗ Not Available
Not available
|
| Torrent Client Auto-Import (qBittorrent) |
✓ Supported
Built-in integration & in-place seeding
|
Partial
Via custom CLI scripts
|
| 100% Offline & Serverless (Zero Daemons) |
✓ Supported
Zero background services or ports
|
✓ Supported
Local Java application
|
| Modern Windows Desktop UI (No Java Runtime) |
✓ Supported
Native desktop application
|
✗ Not Available
Java / Swing interface
|
| One-Time Lifetime License Available |
✓ Supported
€39 launch / €79 lifetime
|
✓ Supported
$48 lifetime or $6/year
|
In-Depth Comparison & Architectural Differences
Built-in 4K HDR MPV Player
No need to launch third-party players or configure external apps. Click any video in SWAYA to immediately play high-bitrate MKV, HDR, Dolby Atmos, and multi-track subtitles with instant hardware acceleration.
Mainstream & Adult Media in One Place
SWAYA is the first media workstation with dedicated Dual-Mode architecture. Seamlessly manage mainstream blockbusters via TMDb and adult scenes via StashDB, kept isolated behind an optional PIN lock.
Explore Relevant SWAYA Features & Workflows
In-depth documentation guides covering core features compared above.
Got Questions?
Frequently Asked Questions about SWAYA vs FileBot
Common questions about migrating to or using SWAYA alongside FileBot.
Can SWAYA replace FileBot for batch renaming TV shows and movies?
Yes. SWAYA scans your download folders, matches titles against TMDb, allows interactive override/episodes matching, and physically renames or moves files according to your custom folder structure.
Does SWAYA support seeding torrents while organizing?
Yes. SWAYA offers "Import In-Place" mode, which pulls all metadata, posters, and cast into your library while leaving physical disk filenames and folder structures untouched for active seeding.
Do I need Java installed to run SWAYA?
No. SWAYA is a standalone, native desktop application that does not require Java or external runtime dependencies.
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