Nextcloud Alternatives for Linux

There are many alternatives to Nextcloud for Linux if you are looking for a replacement. The best Linux alternative is ownCloud, which is both free and Open Source. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 100 alternatives to Nextcloud and loads of them are available for Linux so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting Linux alternatives to Nextcloud are Dropbox, MEGA, Seafile and Ente Photos.

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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, Self-Hosted + Open Source, Open Source, Windows, Linux, Self-Hosted + Free and Free. These are just examples - use the filter bar below to find more specific alternatives to Nextcloud.
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  1. pCloud icon
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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.

    153 pCloud alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Pay once or Subscription)
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
  2. ownCloud icon
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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.

    220 ownCloud alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Open Source

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Blackberry
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Self-Hosted
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
    • Raspberry Pi
    • Cloudron
     
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    Top Positive Comment
    Brouware
    6

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

    Top Negative Comment
    iTrooz
    0

    End to end encryption is not available in community edition This and other parts of the software are restricted to paying tiers

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    Guest
    Positive
    1

    i like ownCloud as an alternative to Nextcloud

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
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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
  3. Dropbox icon
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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.

    289 Dropbox alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Chrome OS
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
     
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    Comments about Dropbox as an Alternative to Nextcloud
    Top Negative Comment
    Guest
    10

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

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    mawcs
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    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
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    5

    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
  4. MEGA icon
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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.

    202 MEGA alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Chrome OS
    • Android Tablet
    • Windows Phone
    • iPad
    • Google Chrome
    • Mozilla Firefox
     
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    Guest
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    25

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

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    brianlacy
    Negative
    1

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

    kylepiira
    Positive
    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
  5. Seafile icon
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    Open source cloud platform for organizations with self-hosting, device file synchronization, sharing, versioning, secure encrypted storage, admin controls, web access, audit logging, and support for desktop and mobile clients for secure collaboration.

    125 Seafile alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Open Source

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Self-Hosted
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
     
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    Positive
    11

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

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    Jens Olsson
    Positive
    2

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

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    brianlacy
    Negative
    -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
  6. Ente Photos icon
     149 likes
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    Open-source, end-to-end encrypted backup and sharing for photos and videos, multi-platform sync, original quality preservation, privacy-first design, collaborative albums, family sharing, secure external sharing, robust data replication, and device imports.

    129 Ente Photos alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Open Source

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Self-Hosted
    • Flathub
    • F-Droid
    • Flatpak
     
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    Comments about Ente Photos as an Alternative to Nextcloud
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    0

    overlap between software is minimal

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
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    • Ente Photos is Freemium and Open SourceNextcloud is Free and Open Source
  7. Filen icon
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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.

    64 Filen alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Pay once or Subscription)
    • Open Source

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
     
  8. Pydio icon
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    Pydio is the mature alternative to Dropbox and Box.com, to build your own box, on your own servers.

    75 Pydio alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Open Source

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • Self-Hosted
     
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    Comments about Pydio as an Alternative to Nextcloud
    Guest
    Positive
    2

    It's compatible with Federated Cloud sharing, meaning it can send and receive shares from Nextcloud and ownCloud servers as well

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    Guest
    Positive
    0

    Beautiful, full of functionalities, a sync client. And it works perfectly on shared hosting !

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    brianlacy
    Negative
    -7

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

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    • Most users think Pydio is a great Nextcloud alternative.

    • Pydio is Freemium and Open SourceNextcloud is Free and Open Source
  9. pCloud icon
     149 likes
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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.

    153 pCloud alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Pay once or Subscription)
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
     
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    SolarDesalination
    Positive
    0

    pCloud advertises itself as being a Swiss company with Swiss privacy laws, but if you email them or check the IP of the server they use US-based servers. Buyer beware.

    Guest
    Positive
    -1

    I use pCloud for many years ago.. and he's very well

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    brianlacy
    Negative
    -4

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

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    • Most users think pCloud is a great Nextcloud alternative.

    • pCloud is Freemium and ProprietaryNextcloud is Free and Open Source
  10. kDrive icon
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    kDrive is a Swiss online storage service that respects its users' privacy and makes storing, sharing & collaborating on files a breeze.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Open Source

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • F-Droid
     
  11. Tresorit icon
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    End-to-end encrypted file synchronization and sharing on desktop and mobile, featuring admin controls, auditing, link-based sharing, two-factor authentication, offline access, granular permission management, and protection for sensitive workplace documents.

    107 Tresorit alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Subscription
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
     
    • Tresorit is the most popular commercial alternative to Nextcloud.

    • Tresorit is Paid and ProprietaryNextcloud is Free and Open Source
  12. Icedrive icon
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    Icedrive is a cloud storage, backup and file sharing service with browser, desktop and mobile apps.

    The Icedrive desktop application allows users to mount their cloud storage space as a real hard drive.

    190 Icedrive alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Pay once or Subscription)
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
     
  13. 4Shared icon
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    4Shared is a large online storage facility where Internet users store their text, audio, video, photo, and other files and share them, if they wish, with other people. It is easy, handy, and free! 15GB storage for the free account.

    141 4Shared alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • HUAWEI AppGallery
     
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