ReFind for Mac

ReFind for Mac brings out the folders you need in an instant, with just a few keyboard strokes. This small application lets you browse through your folders and files faster, and also offers you some bookmarking options that overlap with those of Mac OS's Finder.

Pros

Convenient access to most-used folders: The "Recent Places" feature in Mac OS X is great, but having quick access to your most popular folders is even better. ReFind for Mac grants you just that, featuring three main folder categories: Most Popular, Bookmarked, and Hard Drive.

Folder bookmarks: The app allows you to bookmark folders with just a few clicks. Bookmarked folders are readily accessible through a left-hand side panel in the app window.

Reconfigurable hot key: The default hot key is "^F" but you can easily change it.

Cons

Esc key doesn't work: The app window does not close unless you open a folder or press the hot key again. It would be more convenient if it closed when you pressed the "Esc" key.

Menu bar clutter: Since the app is hot key-driven, it doesn't really need a Menu Bar icon, which feels redundant.

No option to prevent hidden folders from showing: This application offers you quick access to system and hidden folders, but since it's not password protected, it can lead to security vulnerabilities. There should be an option to prevent it from showing folders that are supposed to be concealed.

Bottom Line

At only 200KB, ReFind for Mac proves to be a handy application that can speed up your access to folders. You'll find it especially useful if you regularly need to deal with multiple folders that are in the lower hierarchy. However, some of its features are redundant, as they're already offered by Finder and Spotlight.