FolderSync AlternativesOnly apps categorised as File Sync Tools

The best File Sync alternative to FolderSync is Syncthing, which is both free and Open Source. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 25 alternatives to FolderSync and 16 are File Sync Tools so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting File Sync Tool alternatives to FolderSync are Resilio Sync , SyncTrayzor, GoodSync and ByteSync.

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  1. Syncthing icon

    Syncthing

     899 likes

    Open-source, peer-to-peer service offering encrypted file synchronization, ensuring data privacy and user-autonomy without relying on cloud storage or central servers, suitable for various uses.

    149 Syncthing alternatives

    Cost / License

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
    • Self-Hosted
    • Terminal
    • Cloudron
    • Termux
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  2. Resilio Sync icon

    Resilio Sync

     327 likes

    Resilio Sync allows you to automatically sync files between computers via secure, distributed technology (P2P bittorrent protocol).

    72 Resilio Sync alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • BSD
    • Windows Phone
    • iPad
    • Kindle Fire
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  4. SyncTrayzor icon

    SyncTrayzor

     91 likes

    SyncTrayzor is a wrapper for Syncthing which allows Syncthing's window to be hidden in the tray area. SyncTrayzor has a built-in web browser to manage Syncthing without opening your browser. SyncTrayzor can be configured to automatically start at PC startup.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source (MIT)

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
    SyncTrayzor screenshot 1
     
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    GoodSync

    A comprehensive solution for file synchronization and backup, GoodSync allows seamless and real-time file sync across desktops, mobiles, and cloud services directly, bypassing third-party servers. Ideal for both personal and prof...

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    GoodSync

     139 likes

    A comprehensive solution for file synchronization and backup, GoodSync allows seamless and real-time file sync across desktops, mobiles, and cloud services directly, bypassing third-party servers. Ideal for both personal and professional needs.

    129 GoodSync alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
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  7. ByteSync icon

    ByteSync

     5 likes

    Free and open-source differential file synchronization software for Windows, macOS, and Linux. ByteSync securely compares and transfers only file differences — no VPN, no setup, just fast, encrypted, cross-platform sync and backup.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source (MIT)

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
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  8. DirSync Pro icon

    DirSync Pro

     37 likes

    DirSync Pro is a small, but powerful utility for file and folder synchronization. Java JRE 1.7 or above is needed to run DirSync Pro.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    Basic
     
  10. EasySync icon

    EasySync

     8 likes

    Synchronize your android phone/tablet with your DAV server, the easy way.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Open Source (MIT)

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Android
    • Android Tablet
    • F-Droid
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  11. Celeste GUI icon

    Celeste GUI

     9 likes

    Celeste is a GUI file synchronization client that can connect to almost any cloud provider you'd like. It provides a streamlined experience to back up your files, and integrates directly into your desktop system.

    29 Celeste GUI alternatives

    Cost / License

    Application types

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Linux
    • Snapcraft
    • Flathub
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  12. luckyBackup icon

    luckyBackup

     13 likes

    LuckyBackup is an application that backs-up and/or synchronizes any directories with the power of rsync.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
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  13. SyncGallery icon

    SyncGallery

     Like

    Rule-based Android cloud sync for photos, videos, and files. Sync folders or albums, add selected media from preview, review first-sync changes, and use Google Drive or OneDrive. More providers are under development.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Android
    Set Up Sync in Minutes
     
  14. syncspirit icon

    syncspirit

     4 likes

    Open-source, decentralized peer-to-peer service offering file synchronization, ensuring data privacy and encryption and user-autonomy without relying on cloud storage providers.

    30 syncspirit alternatives

    Cost / License

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Mac
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  15. CmisSync icon

    CmisSync

     23 likes

    Securely syncs files and folders to your enterprise file server (on-premise or private cloud), rather than to a public cloud.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    A folder synchronized between an Alfresco server and the local desktop.
     
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