LanXchange Alternatives

LanXchange is described as 'A simple tool for spontaneous, local network file transfers' and is an app in the file sharing category. There are more than 50 alternatives to LanXchange for a variety of platforms, including Windows, Android, Linux, Mac and iPhone. The best alternative is KDE Connect, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like LanXchange are ShareDrop, AirDroid, Send Anywhere and WeTransfer.

LanXchange alternatives are mainly Large File Transfer Services but may also be Mobile Remote Control Tools or Web Servers. Filter by these if you want a narrower list of alternatives or looking for a specific functionality of LanXchange.

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LanXchange

Free • Open Source

Mac
Windows
Linux
Android
Android Tablet

A simple tool for spontaneous, local network file transfers.

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KDE Connect
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Free • Open Source
Mobile Remote Control Tool
Phone Tracker
Mac
Windows
Linux
Android
iPhone
Android Tablet
iPad
Sailfish OS
Plasma Mobile
53 alternatives to KDE Connect
KDE Connect is a project that aims to communicate all your devices. For example, with KDE Connect you can receive your phone notifications on your computer, or just use your phone as a remote control for your desktop.
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KDE Connect Features
1. Ad-freeKDE Connect doesn't contain any form of external advertising.
2. Privacy focusedKDE Connect is considered a privacy friendly alternative.
3. VoiP CallsKDE Connect allows you to make voice calls over Internet using the Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP).
4. No TrackingKDE Connect will not track you or use your personal data.
Share Clipboard
Remote media control
Send & Receive SMS
Real-time sync
Integrated File Sharing
Battery level report
Remote File Access
Remote music control
Live Push Notifications
Universal clipboard
ShareDrop
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Free • Open Source
Large File Transfer Service
Online
Self-Hosted
WebRTC
79 alternatives to ShareDrop
ShareDrop is an HTML5 clone of the Apple AirDrop service. It allows you to transfer files directly between devices, without having to upload them to any server first. It uses WebRTC for secure peer-to-peer file transfer and Firebase for presence management and WebRTC signaling.
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ShareDrop Features
1. Ad-freeShareDrop doesn't contain any form of external advertising.
2. No registration requiredYou can use most of the features in ShareDrop without registration.
Peer-To-Peer
WebRTC
MIT License
AirDroid
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Freemium • Proprietary
Mobile Remote Control Tool
Screen Mirroring App
Phone Manager
Mac
Windows
Online
Android
iPhone
71 alternatives to AirDroid
AirDroid is an intelligent device management platform for remote control, files transfer, managing documents, receiving and sending text, receiving notifications, and even screen mirroring on the computer.
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AirDroid Features
1. AirPlay SupportAirDroid can stream or share content to your Mac, Apple TV, or compatible smart TV.
2. Unattended AccessAirDroid can access a computer even when no one’s being physically present at the remote end.
3. Cloud SyncSync your data (notes, documents, bookmarks, etc.) across your different devices and to the cloud.
4. Screen SharingYou can use AirDroid to share your screen with your colleages or friends.
5. IFTTT IntegrationYou can connect different services to automatically trigger actions within AirDroid using IFTTT.
Mirror Backup
Notification mirror
Remote Support
Geofencing
Software Management
Remote Camera Control
GPS Location Tracking
Screen time
Sms from PC
Support for Remote Control
Send Anywhere
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Freemium • Proprietary
Large File Transfer Service
Mac
Windows
Linux
Online
Android
iPhone
Android Tablet
Windows Phone
iPad
Google Chrome
Kindle Fire
174 alternatives to Send Anywhere
A cross-platform file sharing service which allows users to easily share digital content peer-to-peer, in real-time, without cloud storage.
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Send Anywhere Features
Peer-To-Peer
File Sending
Personal-assistant
WeTransfer
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Freemium • Proprietary
Large File Transfer Service
Online
Android
iPhone
212 alternatives to WeTransfer
WeTransfer is a service to send big or small files from A to B.
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WeTransfer Features
1. Expiring LinksWeTransfer can set and share links to a file or folder with a limited time or date.
2. No registration requiredYou can use most of the features in WeTransfer without registration.
File Sending
Support for Large File
Attachments
Direct file uploading
File Hosting
NitroShare
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Free • Open Source
Mac
Windows
Linux
Android
84 alternatives to NitroShare
A network file-sharing application that makes sending a file to another machine on the local network as easy as dragging-and-dropping.
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NitroShare Features
Support for Android Things
Drag and Drop
Shell integration
Discontinued
Last update in June 2019 and last desktop release in October 2017. Android version has last release in February 2018.
FileTransfer.io
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Freemium • Proprietary
Large File Transfer Service
Online
205 alternatives to FileTransfer.io
FileTransfer allows you to securely share files up to 6GB with your family, co-workers or friends for free. Files stay uploaded for 3 weeks.
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FileTransfer.io Features
1. No registration requiredYou can use most of the features in FileTransfer.io without registration.
Optimized for Mobile
File Sending
Mobile friendly
Direct file uploading
Anonymous Secure Filesharing
Warpinator
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Free • Open Source
Large File Transfer Service
Linux
Flathub
Flatpak
23 alternatives to Warpinator
Warpinator is a free, open-source tool for sending and receiving files between computers that are on the same network. All you need do is install Warpinator on the computers, choose a group code, edit your firewalls if necessary, and that’s all.
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Warpinator Features
1. No registration requiredYou can use most of the features in Warpinator without registration.
2. Ad-freeWarpinator doesn't contain any form of external advertising.
3. Support for ThemesYou can use themes and templates to change the look and feel of Warpinator.
LAN
No Internet required
Cross-Platform
Dukto R6
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Free • Open Source
Large File Transfer Service
Mac
Windows
Linux
Windows Mobile
Android
Symbian S60
Android Tablet
42 alternatives to Dukto R6
Dukto is an easy file transfer tool designed for LAN use. Use it in everyday work to transfer files from one PC to another, without worrying about users, permissions, operating systems, protocols, clients, servers and so on… Just start dukto on the two PCs and transfer files and...
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Dukto R6 Features
1. No registration requiredYou can use most of the features in Dukto R6 without registration.
Drag and Drop
Discontinued
The project is no longer maintained. Last version, released in 2013 can be still downloaded on the official website
HFS 2 (HTTP File Server)
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Free • Open Source
Web Server
Windows
Wine
45 alternatives to HFS 2 (HTTP File Server)
You can use HFS (HTTP File Server) to send and receive files. Its different from classic file sharing because it uses web technology to be more compatible with todays Internet. It also differs from classic web servers because its very easy to use and runs "right out-of-the.
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HFS 2 (HTTP File Server) Features
1. PortableHFS 2 (HTTP File Server) can be used from a USB stick or similar with no prior installation.
Virtual filesystem