Alternatives · File Storage
4shared alternatives
As of Nov 13, 2026, the best 4shared alternative for most people is MEGA (3.2 GPA), second in our ranking of file storage and sync services. It's also the best free one. The catch, in its listing's words: "20 GB of storage with a limited transfer quota."
4shared compared with 5 alternatives: MediaFire, MEGA, GoFile, Pixeldrain and Degoo.
4shared has a free plan. Paid plans start at $14.99 per year (Premium 100 GB, annual billing). All 5 alternatives are free or have a free plan.
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At a glance
| Tool | Price | Free plan | Runs on |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4sharedThis tool | Free plan · from $14.99/yr | Yes | Web |
| MediaFire | Free plan · from $3.99/mo | Yes | Web, iOS, Android |
| MEGA | Free plan · from €3.33/mo | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android, Browser extension |
| GoFile | Free plan · from $7.50/mo | Yes | Web |
| Pixeldrain | Free plan · from €4/mo | Yes | Web |
| Degoo | Free plan · from $2.99/mo | Yes | Web, iOS, Android |
Price against what you get
4shared starts at $1.25 a month when paid by the year and scores 2.0 out of 4 on features, ease of use and platforms. None of the 5 alternatives on this chart both scores higher and starts lower.
MediaFire, MEGA, GoFile, Pixeldrain and Degoo score higher without starting lower.
Features, ease of use and platforms, averaged
What paid plans start at, a month (each step along is roughly double) →
- The best score at each price
- Has a free plan
- No free plan
How each one differs from 4shared
MediaFire
Cloud storage and link sharing with a free 10 GB ad-supported tier
- MediaFire starts at $3.99 per month (Ultra, 100 GB).
- MediaFire also lists iOS and Android apps.
- MediaFire also covers file sync.
- MediaFire does not cover file management, which 4shared does.
Suits: Sharing files by link with people who have no account
MEGA
Zero-knowledge encrypted cloud storage with a 20 GB free plan
- MEGA starts at €3.33 per month, charged yearly.
- MEGA also lists Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS and Android apps and a browser extension.
- MEGA is end-to-end encrypted, according to its own site.
- MEGA also covers video calls and file sync.
- MEGA does not cover file management, which 4shared does.
Suits: People who want encrypted storage with a 20 GB free tier
GoFile
Free file sharing with paid permanent storage and a full API
- GoFile starts at $7.50 per month, billed $90 yearly ($9 month-to-month).
Suits: Quick link sharing without signing up
Pixeldrain
File hosting and sharing with a free tier and paid plans in euros
- Pixeldrain starts at €4 per month or €40 per year (Pro).
- Pixeldrain does not cover file management, which 4shared does.
Suits: Sharing large files without an account
Degoo
Consumer cloud storage for photos with a free 20 GB plan
- Degoo starts at $2.99 per month (Pro, 500 GB).
- Degoo also lists iOS and Android apps.
- Degoo is end-to-end encrypted, according to its own site.
- Degoo does not cover file management, which 4shared does.
Suits: People who want free photo backup from a phone
Limits worth knowing in 4shared
- The free plan caps uploads at 2 GB and bandwidth at 100 GB a month.
- The pricing page was read in Malay; the dollar figures are shown per year in the annual view and the monthly price was not read.
- The page states a 15% saving with annual plans.
- Refunds may be requested within 30 days of the first subscription.
Common questions
What are the alternatives to 4shared?
The alternatives to 4shared in this directory are MediaFire, MEGA, GoFile, Pixeldrain and Degoo. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with 4shared.
Is there a free alternative to 4shared?
Yes. MediaFire, MEGA, GoFile, Pixeldrain and Degoo have a free plan alongside paid ones.
Which 4shared alternatives work on Windows?
The 4shared listing does not include a Windows app. MEGA lists one.
Which 4shared alternatives work on macOS?
The 4shared listing does not include a macOS app. MEGA lists one.
When were these prices checked?
Each listing shows its own date. On this page they run from Oct 10, 2026 to Nov 13, 2026. Vendors change prices without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.