The Best Nextcloud AlternativesTop Cloud Storage Services & File Sync Tools like Nextcloud

Nextcloud is described as 'On-premises file sync, universal access, integrated collaboration, real-time communication with privacy and data control focus' and is a leading Cloud Storage service in the office & productivity category. There are more than 100 alternatives to Nextcloud for a variety of platforms, including Web-based, Windows, Android, iPhone and Linux apps. The best Nextcloud alternative is ownCloud, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like Nextcloud are Dropbox, MEGA, Google Drive and Seafile.

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Nextcloud alternatives are mainly Cloud Storage Services, but if you're looking for File Sync Tools or Online Backup Tools you can filter on that. Other popular filters include Self-Hosted + Open Source and Linux + Self-Hosted + Open Source and Android + Linux + Open Source and Self-Hosted + Free. These are just examples - use the filter bar below to find more specific alternatives to Nextcloud.
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  1. pCloud icon

    pCloud

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    Fast and very secure digital asset management platform with a user-friendly interface. Allows you to customize download links with your brand's style and logo. Controlled access to all your digital files-anytime, anywhere,on any device and more.

    142 pCloud alternatives

    License model

    • Freemium • Proprietary

    Application types

    Country of Origin

    • CH flagSwitzerland

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
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    Top pCloud Features

    1.  Encrypted Backup
    2.  Lifetime licence
    3.  Cloud based
    4.  Two-factor Authentication
    5.  GDPR Compliant
    6.  End-to-End Encryption
    7.  Ad-free
    8.  Works Offline
    9.  WebDAV Support
    10.  High Level
    11. Dropbox icon  Sync with Dropbox
    12.  Sync with Google Drive
  2. ownCloud icon

    ownCloud

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    Self-hosted option for secure file sync, sharing, calendars, contacts, and mail supporting mobile, desktop, web access and external storage, real-time collaboration, password-protected links, document editing, anti-virus scanning, and LDAP integration.

    222 ownCloud alternatives

    License model

    • Freemium • Open Source

    Application types

    Country of Origin

    • US flagUnited States

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Blackberry
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Self-Hosted
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
    • Raspberry Pi
    • Cloudron
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    ownCloud Features

    1.  Calendar Integration
    2.  Self-hosted search
    3.  Autotagging
    4.  No installation required
    5.  Built-in Note Taker
    6.  SAML Single Sign-On
    7.  Virtual filesystem
    8.  WebDAV Support

    ownCloud VS Nextcloud

     
    Comments about ownCloud as an Alternative to Nextcloud
    Top Positive Comment
    Brouware
    Oct 25, 2022
    6

    For those who prefer FOSS, Nextcloud is the way to go. ownCloud is partially proprietary so they have a different philosophy.

    Most Recent Comment
    Guest
    Positive Jul 24, 2022
    1

    i like ownCloud as an alternative to Nextcloud

    hodyroff
    Positive Jul 12, 2018
    -1

    Original. Focused on file sync and share and document collaboration. Great benefits for enterprise customers. Large install base in education worldwide.

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    • Most users think ownCloud is a great Nextcloud alternative.

    • ownCloud is the most popular Windows, Android, Mac & iPhone alternative to Nextcloud.

    • ownCloud is the most popular Open Source & free alternative to Nextcloud.

    • ownCloud is Freemium and Open SourceNextcloud is Free and Open Source
  4. Dropbox icon

    Dropbox

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    Synchronize and access files across multiple devices with secure cloud storage. Features include 2GB free storage, two-factor authentication, selective sync, offline access, shared folders, and built-in viewer, supporting various platforms and languages.

    288 Dropbox alternatives

    License model

    • Freemium • Proprietary

    Application types

    Country of Origin

    • US flagUnited States

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Chrome OS
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
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    Top Dropbox Features

    1.  File Sync
    2.  Selective Synchronization
    3.  Scan documents
    4.  Cloud Sync
    5.  Ad-free
    6.  Built-in viewer
    7. File Explorer icon  Windows Explorer Extension
    8.  Works Offline
    9. IFTTT icon  IFTTT Integration
    10.  Watch Folder
    11.  Two-factor Authentication
    12.  Shared Folders

    Dropbox VS Nextcloud

     
    Comments about Dropbox as an Alternative to Nextcloud
    Top Negative Comment
    Guest
    Apr 28, 2021
    10

    Dropbox isn't self-hosted, has a 2 GB limit and is just for storage, while nextcloud is a full self-hosted cloud.

    Most Recent Comment
    mawcs
    Negative Jun 14, 2024
    2

    Dropbox = cloud storage; NextCloud = cloud tools + storage.

    I want to replace Google apps, storage, calendar, chat, office apps and collaboration, photos, notes, etc. Preferably self-hosted. Dropbox doesn't give me any of that.

    cbesot
    Negative Jun 3, 2020
    4

    nextCloud is now far more than just a Dropbox.

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    • Some users think Dropbox is a great Nextcloud alternative, some don't.

    • Dropbox is the most popular Web-based alternative to Nextcloud.

    • Dropbox is Freemium and ProprietaryNextcloud is Free and Open Source
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    Experience seamless file synchronization and sharing with advanced encryption across Windows, Mac, and Linux. Effortlessly backup and sync files, music, and photos with maximum privacy and cross-device compatibility.

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    MEGA

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    This cloud-storage service offers end-to-end encryption, selective synchronization, and shared folders without ads. Supports offline access, two-factor authentication, encrypted backup, a command-line interface, and dark mode for comfortable use.

    200 MEGA alternatives

    License model

    • Freemium • Proprietary

    Application types

    Country of Origin

    • NZ flagNew Zealand

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Chrome OS
    • Android Tablet
    • Windows Phone
    • iPad
    • Google Chrome
    • Mozilla Firefox
    MEGA screenshot 1

    Top MEGA Features

    1.  File Sync
    2.  End-to-End Encryption
    3.  File Storage
    4.  AES Encryption
    5.  Support for Large File
    6.  Encrypted Backup
    7.  Shared Folders
    8.  Cloud Sync
    9.  Ad-free
    10.  Two-factor Authentication
    11.  Dark Mode
    12.  Works Offline

    MEGA VS Nextcloud

     
    Comments about MEGA as an Alternative to Nextcloud
    Most Recent Comment
    Guest
    Negative Jan 27, 2019
    24

    Nextcloud and Owncloud are on premise solutions, MEGA isn't.

    brianlacy
    Negative Oct 5, 2020
    2

    NextCloud is groupware. MEGA is a file-sync storage solution. Just because they have overlapping functionality, does NOT make them interchangeable.

    kylepiira
    Positive Sep 24, 2020
    1

    End to end encrypted file sync

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    • Some users think MEGA is a great Nextcloud alternative, some don't.

    • MEGA is Freemium and ProprietaryNextcloud is Free and Open Source
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    Google Drive

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    A file storage and synchronization service integrated with Google Docs suite, enabling seamless collaboration across devices. Offers scalable storage, real-time updates, offline access, and extensive sharing options across Mac, PC, and mobiles.

    229 Google Drive alternatives

    License model

    • Freemium • Proprietary

    Application types

    Country of Origin

    • US flagUnited States

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Chrome OS
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
    Google Drive screenshot 1

    Top Google Drive Features

    1.  Cloud Sync
    2.  File Sync
    3.  Built-in viewer
    4.  GSuite Integration
    5.  Team Collaboration
    6.  Permission Management
    7.  File Hosting
    8.  Real time collaboration
    9.  Ad-free
    10.  Mobile Scanner
    11. IFTTT icon  IFTTT Integration
    12.  Passkey Support

    Google Drive VS Nextcloud

     
    Comments about Google Drive as an Alternative to Nextcloud
    Most Recent Comment
    coralinecastell
    Negative Jul 31, 2018
    35

    NextCloud is self hosted, so you control where your data is stored. Drive, on the other hand, stores your files without encryption on Google's servers. Is one of the simplest ways of replacing Drive.

    Guest
    Negative Jan 27, 2019
    28

    Nextcloud and Owncloud are on premise solutions, Google Drive isn't.

    brianlacy
    Negative Oct 5, 2020
    2

    NextCloud is groupware. Google Drive is a file-sync storage solution. Just because they have overlapping functionality, does NOT make them interchangeable.

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    • This alternative is disputed. Google Drive is a legitimate Nextcloud alternative, but it might have issues that some users think are important.

    • Google Drive is Freemium and ProprietaryNextcloud is Free and Open Source
  8. Seafile icon

    Seafile

     186 likes
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    Seafile is a professional open source cloud storage platform for organizations. It has complete file syncing and sharing features, reliable file storage and advanced privacy protection feature.

    121 Seafile alternatives

    License model

    • Freemium • Open Source

    Application types

    Country of Origin

    • GB flagUnited Kingdom

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Self-Hosted
    Seafile screenshot 1

    Seafile Features

    1.  File Sync
    2.  File Versioning
    3.  Multi Platform
    4.  Isolated file libraries
    5.  Support for Amazon S3
    6.  Virtual hard drive
    7.  Install Syslinux
    8.  Sync Network Drive
    9.  Development API
    10.  Encrypted sync

    Seafile VS Nextcloud

     
    Comments about Seafile as an Alternative to Nextcloud
    Most Recent Comment
    Guest
    Positive Apr 23, 2019
    11

    Seafile is a more focussed, nimbler sync & share solution compared to Nextcloud (and the original ownCloud) that excels in performance and stability.

    Jens Olsson
    Positive Aug 5, 2021
    2

    I tried NextCloud and it was very hard to set up permissions in a enterprise environment. Seafile is simpler

    brianlacy
    Negative Oct 5, 2020
    -8

    NextCloud is groupware. Seafile is a file-sync storage solution. Just because they have overlapping functionality, does NOT make them interchangeable.

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    • Most users think Seafile is a great Nextcloud alternative.

    • Seafile is Freemium and Open SourceNextcloud is Free and Open Source
  10. Ente Photos icon

    Ente Photos

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    End-to-end encrypted alternative to Google Photos / iCloud Photos, that makes it easy to backup and share photos and videos.

    121 Ente Photos alternatives

    License model

    • Freemium • Open Source

    Application types

    Country of Origin

    • US flagUnited States

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Self-Hosted
    • Flathub
    • F-Droid
    • Flatpak
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    Properties

    1.  Privacy focused

    Features

    1.  Encrypted Photo Storage
    2.  End-to-End Encryption
    3.  Ad-free
    4.  Encrypted Backup
    5.  Cloud Sync
    6.  Shared Folders
    7.  No Tracking
    8.  Automatic Backup
    9.  Two-factor Authentication
    10.  Dark Mode
    11.  Built-in viewer
    12.  Selective Synchronization

    Ente Photos VS Nextcloud

     
    Comments about Ente Photos as an Alternative to Nextcloud
    Guest
    Negative May 21, 2025
    0

    overlap between software is minimal

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    • Ente Photos is Freemium and Open SourceNextcloud is Free and Open Source
    • Ente Photos is Privacy focusedNextcloud is not according to our users
  11. Proton Drive icon

    Proton Drive

     105 likes
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    Offering comprehensive privacy with end-to-end encryption, Proton Drive allows users to store, synchronize, and share files across various devices through web, desktop, and mobile apps. Free storage up to 5 GB, service remains open-source and audited, ensuring file content and access control.

    54 Proton Drive alternatives

    License model

    • Freemium • Open Source

    Application types

    Country of Origin

    • CH flagSwitzerland

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Tor
    Proton Drive screenshot 1

    Properties

    1.  Privacy focused
    2.  Support for Themes

    Features

    1.  End-to-End Encryption
    2.  Dark Mode
    3.  File Sync
    4.  No Tracking
    5.  Two-factor Authentication
    6.  File Hosting
    7.  Ad-free
    8.  Cloud Sync
    9.  Automatic Backup
    10.  Shared Folders
    11.  Encrypted Backup
    12.  Integrated File Sharing

    Proton Drive VS Nextcloud

     
  12. Filen icon

    Filen

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    Filen is a cutting-edge cloud storage provider that offers client-side, end-to-end, zero-knowledge encryption. Headquartered and operated entirely in Germany, Filen is at the forefront of combining comprehensive features with uncompromising privacy and security.

    57 Filen alternatives

    License model

    • Freemium • Open Source

    Application types

    Country of Origin

    • DE flagGermany
    • European Union flagEU

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    Filen screenshot 1

    Properties

    1.  Privacy focused
    2.  Lightweight

    Features

    1.  End-to-End Encryption
    2.  File Sync
    3.  Two-factor Authentication
    4.  Dark Mode
    5.  Cloud Sync
    6.  Ad-free
    7.  AES Encryption
    8.  No Tracking
    9.  AES-256 Encryption
    10.  Synchronization
    11.  Automatic Backup
    12.  Encrypted Backup

    Filen VS Nextcloud

     
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