Nextcloud Alternatives for Windows

There are many alternatives to Nextcloud for Windows if you are looking for a replacement. The best Windows 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 Windows so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting Windows alternatives to Nextcloud are Dropbox, Google Drive, MEGA 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, 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
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    • 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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    Comments about ownCloud as an Alternative to Nextcloud
    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
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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
    Negative
    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
    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. Google Drive icon
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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.

    236 Google Drive alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Chrome OS
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
     
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    Comments about Google Drive as an Alternative to Nextcloud
    coralinecastell
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    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
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    28

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

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    brianlacy
    Negative
    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
  5. 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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    Comments about MEGA as an Alternative to Nextcloud
    Guest
    Negative
    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
  6. Seafile icon
     192 likes
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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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    Comments about Seafile as an Alternative to Nextcloud
    Guest
    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
  7. Ente Photos icon
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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
    Guest
    Negative
    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
  8. Proton Drive icon
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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.

    66 Proton Drive alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Open Source

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Tor
     
  9. 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
     
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    Manage and share files securely across devices with OneDrive. It offers 5 GB free storage, direct Office integration, automatic backups, and file sync for seamless collaboration. Ideal for personal and business use with advanced data protection tools.

    208 Microsoft OneDrive alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Chrome OS
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Kindle Fire
     
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    brianlacy
    Negative
    1

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

    Guest
    Negative
    6

    It is not a self-hosted solution, data privacy questionable

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
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    • This alternative is disputed. Microsoft OneDrive is a legitimate Nextcloud alternative, but it might have issues that some users think are important.

    • Microsoft OneDrive is Freemium and ProprietaryNextcloud is Free and Open Source
  11. Box icon
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    Offers secure content management with workflow automation, AI-driven insights, 10GB free cloud storage, e-signature support, integration with 1,500+ apps, file-level security, offline access, document commenting, real-time search, and previews for 200+ file types.

    231 Box alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Online
    • Android
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    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
     
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    Comments about Box as an Alternative to Nextcloud
    cbesot
    Negative
    1

    As Dropbox, not the same range.

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

    • Box is Freemium and ProprietaryNextcloud is Free and Open Source
  12. 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
  13. 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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    Comments about pCloud as an Alternative to Nextcloud
    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
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