OpenDrop Alternatives

OpenDrop is described as 'Command-line tool that allows sharing files between devices directly over Wi-Fi. Its unique feature is that it is protocol-compatible with Apple AirDrop which allows to share files with Apple devices running iOS and macOS' and is an app in the file sharing category. There are more than 50 alternatives to OpenDrop for a variety of platforms, including Windows, Android, Linux, Mac and iPhone apps. The best OpenDrop alternative is LocalSend, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like OpenDrop are Syncthing, ShareDrop, Wormhole and Send Anywhere.

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OpenDrop alternatives are mainly Large File Transfer Services but may also be File Sync Tools or Mobile Remote Control Tools.  Filter by these or use the filter bar below if you want a narrower list of alternatives or looking for a specific functionality of OpenDrop.
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OpenDrop is a command-line tool that allows sharing files between devices directly over Wi-Fi. Its unique feature is that it is protocol-compatible with Apple AirDrop which allows to share files with Apple devices running...

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OpenDrop alternatives page was last updated Sep 19, 2023
  1. AirCopy.app icon
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    AirCopy.app is free and it doesn't require any login or additional settings. Just download the iOS or the Android app and scan the QR code above to transfer files to this computer.

    15 AirCopy.app alternatives
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    License model

    • FreeProprietary

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • iPad
    AirCopy.app iconOpenDrop Icon

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  2. Warpinator for Android icon
     4 likes

    Warpinator for Android is an unofficial port of Linux Mint's file sharing tool of the same name. It is fully compatible with the original protocol and allows for easy transfer of files between Android and Linux devices.

    39 Warpinator for Android alternatives
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    License model

    • FreeOpen Source

    Platforms

    • Android

    Properties

    1.  Works Offline

    Features

    1.  LAN
    Warpinator for Android iconOpenDrop Icon

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  3. Destiny icon
     3 likes

    Destiny is an end-to-end encrypted file transfer app. It allows people to securely send files without needing to reveal their identity to each other, or the service provider. No sign-up is needed.

    64 Destiny alternatives
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    License model

    • FreeOpen Source

    Platforms

    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • F-Droid
    • Windows
    • Mac
    • Linux

    Properties

    1.  No registration required
    2.  Privacy focused

    Features

    1.  End-to-End Encryption
    2.  Secure File Sharing
    3.  Peer-To-Peer
    Destiny iconOpenDrop Icon

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  4. Doppler Transfer icon
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    Quickly send files from Mac to iPhone.

    58 Doppler Transfer alternatives
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    License model

    • FreeProprietary

    Platforms

    • Mac

    Doppler Transfer Features

    1.  Wi-Fi Sharing
    2.  Drag and Drop
    Doppler Transfer iconOpenDrop Icon

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  5. Arc File Sharing by Quadren icon
     3 likes

    Arc is a seamless, secure and cross-platform file sharing service by Quadren. Arc aims to recreate the magic of Airdrop between your own devices, but without the platform limitations. Arc works perfectly between your phone, laptop and desktop.

    28 Arc File Sharing by Quadren alternatives
    UI on mobile
    UI on mobile (dark)
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    Upto 240 Mbps on WiFi

    License model

    • FreeProprietary

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • iPad

    Properties

    1.  Ad-free
    2.  No registration required

    Features

    1.  LAN
    Arc File Sharing by Quadren iconOpenDrop Icon

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  6. Roamit icon
     9 likes

    With Roamit, you can send the webpage you're reading, or something that's on your clipboard, to your PC, mobile or even your Xbox¹, it'll open immediately. Furthermore, you can transfer your photos and files² as fast as possible, via local Wi-Fi network.

    40 Roamit alternatives
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    License model

    • FreeProprietary

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Android
    • Android Tablet
    • Windows Phone
    • Microsoft Edge
    • Google Chrome
    • Firefox

    Roamit Features

    1.  Continuity
    2.  File Sending
    3.  Share Clipboard
    4.  Universal clipboard
    Roamit iconOpenDrop Icon

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  7. D-LAN icon
     9 likes

    A free LAN file sharing software. The goal is to easily exchange a large amount of data in a local area network environment like a LAN-Party. After you launched D-LAN, you will see all other people and their sharing automatically without special configuration.

    19 D-LAN alternatives
    File browser

    License model

    • FreeOpen Source

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Linux
    Discontinued

    Not updated since Feb 2013. See http://www.d-lan.net/

    D-LAN iconOpenDrop Icon

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  8. Zapya icon
     7 likes

    Zaypa is a cross-platform transferring and sharing!

    Using Zaypa will allow you to transfer files from Android, iPhone, iPad, Windows Phone, Tizen, PC, and Mac computers in an instant. Zapya is super easy to use and supports multiple languages! File sharing has never been simpler.

    33 Zapya alternatives
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    +3
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    License model

    • FreeProprietary

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • Windows Phone
    • iPad

    Zapya Features

    1.  Online file transfer
    Bundleware

    The installer may contain unwanted apps. Be careful during the installation: https://alternativeto.net/discussions/applications/11718/be-careful-in-the-installation/

    Zapya iconOpenDrop Icon

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  9. Warpinator for Windows icon
     1 like

    This is an unofficial reimplementation of Linux Mint's file sharing tool Warpinator for Windows 7-10.

    13 Warpinator for Windows alternatives
    UI Screenshot

    License model

    • FreeOpen Source

    Platforms

    • Windows
    Warpinator for Windows iconOpenDrop Icon

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  10. ShareMe icon
     6 likes

    ShareMe, previously Mi Drop, is an ad-free P2P file transfer tool that works without connecting to the internet

    87 ShareMe alternatives
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    License model

    • FreeProprietary

    Platforms

    • Android
    • Android Tablet

    Properties

    1.  Ad-free
    2.  Works Offline

    Features

    1.  Wi-Fi Sharing
    2.  Receive files
    3.  File Sending
    4.  Web transfer
    5.  Peer-To-Peer
    6.  Resume interrupted downloads
    ShareMe iconOpenDrop Icon

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  11. elapp icon
     3 likes

    Elapp let's you send files to mobile and desktop devices near you. Send photos and videos to friends nearby super fast without losing quality.

    68 elapp alternatives
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    License model

    • FreeProprietary

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • iPad

    Properties

    1.  No registration required

    Features

    1.  End-to-End Encryption
    2.  File Sending
    elapp iconOpenDrop Icon

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  12.  1 like

    WarpShare is an application that enables file transfers from Android devices to Macbooks using Apple's AirDrop technology, developed by the creators of the MoKee custom ROM.

    14 WarpShare alternatives
    WarpShare screenshot 1

    License model

    • FreeOpen Source

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Android

    WarpShare Features

    1.  AirDrop Support
    2.  File Sending
    Discontinued

    It's important to note that both WarpShare and MoKee as a whole were discontinued in January 2023. Consequently, there may be compatibility issues with current Android versions, and we do not have any intentions to address or continue the maintenance of the project.

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