ownCloud AlternativesOnly apps categorised as File Sync Tools

The best File Sync alternative to ownCloud is Nextcloud, which is both free and Open Source. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 100 alternatives to ownCloud and loads of them are File Sync Tools so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting File Sync Tool alternatives to ownCloud are Google Drive, Dropbox, MEGA and Filen.

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ownCloud alternatives are mainly File Sync Tools, but if you're looking for Cloud Storage Services or Online Backup Tools you can filter on that. Other popular filters include Self-Hosted, Windows and Open Source. You can also filter by region, for example EU-based alternatives if you prefer software developed in the European Union. These are just examples - use the filter bar below to find more specific alternatives to ownCloud.
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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.

    156 pCloud alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
  2. Nextcloud icon
     1184 likes

    On-premises solution offering file sync, universal data access and collaboration through Nextcloud Files, Talk, and Groupware. Ensures secure, controlled data storage for enterprise with powerful privacy tools including encryption, fine-grained access, and a bug bounty.

    155 Nextcloud alternatives

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Self-Hosted
    • Snapcraft
    • F-Droid
    • Raspberry Pi
    • Cloudron
    • Docker Hub
    • HUAWEI AppGallery
    • Flathub
     
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    Nextcloud vs ownCloud Comments
    Top Positive Comment
    jancborchardt
    17

    It’s a community-fork of ownCloud with all components being open source. :)

    Top Negative Comment
    Guest
    -2

    Server doesn't run on Windows

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

    Free and auto install setup

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    3 of 10 comments
    • Nextcloud is Free and Open SourceownCloud is Freemium and Open Source
    • Nextcloud is Privacy focused, Security-focused and CustomizableownCloud is not according to our users
  3. Google Drive icon
     2443 likes

    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.

    244 Google Drive alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application types

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Chrome OS
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
     
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    Google Drive vs ownCloud Comments
    Top Negative Comment
    Guest
    15

    ownCloud's core feature is to run on your own server. Google is the absolute opposite of that.

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

    Google drive is a service, with limited options to custom configured the environment.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    Guest
    Negative
    3

    Not similar at all, ownCloud is a software that can be installed on your own server. Google Drive is a hosted service.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    3 of 5 comments
    • Google Drive is Freemium and ProprietaryownCloud is Freemium and Open Source
  4. Dropbox icon
     5563 likes

    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.

    299 Dropbox alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Chrome OS
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
     
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    Dropbox vs ownCloud Comments
    Top Negative Comment
    BernieBlume
    14

    Dropbox is only a "drive", own cloud does email, calendar, contacts, too.

    Guest
    Negative
    2

    ownCloud runs on a private server

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    Guest
    Negative
    2

    Not only is Dropbox not a self-hosted service like ownCloud, but it is also quite expensive.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    3 of 5 comments
    • Dropbox is Freemium and ProprietaryownCloud is Freemium and Open Source
  5. MEGA icon
     927 likes

    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.

    213 MEGA alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Chrome OS
    • Android Tablet
    • Windows Phone
    • iPad
    • Google Chrome
    • Mozilla Firefox
     
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    MEGA vs ownCloud Comments
    Top Positive Comment
    Guest
    -1

    Lot of space, good sync app, good encryption, etc

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    Top Negative Comment
    Guest
    9

    ownCloud runs on your own server.

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

    MEGA is hosted, ownCloud runs on your own server. One has NOTHING to do with the other.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    3 of 6 comments
    • MEGA is Freemium and ProprietaryownCloud is Freemium and Open Source
  6. Filen icon
     138 likes

    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.

    67 Filen alternatives

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
     
  7. Proton Drive icon
     154 likes

    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.

    69 Proton Drive alternatives

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Online
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    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Tor
     
  8. 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.

    212 Microsoft OneDrive alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Chrome OS
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Kindle Fire
     
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    Microsoft OneDrive vs ownCloud Comments
    Top Negative Comment
    Guest
    6

    ownCloud runs on your own server, not on microsoft's servers.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    Ola Johansson
    0

    There are filters to filter by self-hosted or not. So of course they are alternatives to each others.

    Guest
    Negative
    0

    ownCloud is self-hosted, OneDrive is a proprietary service running on Microsoft servers.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    3 of 5 comments
    • Microsoft OneDrive is Freemium and ProprietaryownCloud is Freemium and Open Source
  9. Seafile icon
     192 likes

    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.

    126 Seafile alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Open Source

    Application types

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Self-Hosted
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
     
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    Seafile vs ownCloud Comments
    brianlacy
    Negative
    0

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

    Guest
    Negative
    0

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

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

    It is similar to ownCloud in that it's self-hosted. Does not have apps such as Calendar, and is not compatible with the Federated Cloud sharing (ownCloud+Nextcloud+Pydio)

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    3 of 4 comments
    • Seafile is Freemium and Open SourceownCloud is also Freemium and Open Source
    • Seafile is Privacy focusedownCloud is not according to our users
  10. Resilio Sync  icon
     325 likes

    Resilio Sync allows you to automatically sync files between computers via secure, distributed technology (P2P bittorrent protocol).

    72 Resilio Sync alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • BSD
    • Windows Phone
    • iPad
    • Kindle Fire
     
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    Resilio Sync vs ownCloud Comments
    Guest
    Positive
    -4

    Like OwnCloud, BittorrentSync allows syncing files across chosen computers even in local network, so it doesn't require connection to the internet.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    • Resilio Sync is Free and ProprietaryownCloud is Freemium and Open Source
  11. Cozy Cloud icon
     136 likes

    Choose simplicity, get Cozy. We all have a life and a digital life. Cozy gathers them. In your Cozy, you have all your personal data: pictures, health, bank, holidays, accessible only by you. Welcome to your new digital home.

    81 Cozy Cloud alternatives

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Self-Hosted
    • Go (Programming Language)
     
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    Cozy Cloud vs ownCloud Comments
    Guest
    Positive
    1

    with cozy you can sync more than just files. like contacts and calendars which is more important to me than file sharing.

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

    Although tailored for families, it offers many of the same features as a typical groupware solution like OwnCloud -- calendaring, group messaging, sharing of files & content, etc.

    • Cozy Cloud is Freemium and Open SourceownCloud is also Freemium and Open Source
    • Cozy Cloud is Privacy focusedownCloud is not according to our users
  12. pCloud icon
     150 likes

    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.

    156 pCloud alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
     
  13. kDrive icon
     68 likes

    kDrive is a Swiss online storage service that respects its users' privacy and makes storing, sharing & collaborating on files a breeze.

    42 kDrive alternatives

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