Alternatives · File Storage
Autosync alternatives
As of Nov 13, 2026, the highest-graded Autosync alternative is FolderSync (2.8 GPA). It's also the best free one.
Autosync compared with 5 alternatives: FolderSync, Rclone, Insync, odrive and GoodSync.
Autosync is a paid product with a free trial, starting at $2.99 per in-app purchase. 2 of the 5 alternatives are free or have a free plan. 3 more offer a free trial.
Listings checked up to Nov 13, 2026 · Where the facts come from
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At a glance
| Tool | Price | Free plan | Runs on |
|---|---|---|---|
| AutosyncThis tool | Free trial · from $2.99 | Trial only | Android |
| FolderSync | Free plan · from $29.95 one-time | Yes | macOS, Windows, Linux, Android |
| Rclone | Free | Free | macOS, Windows, Linux, Android |
| Insync | Free trial · from $39.99 one-time | Trial only | macOS, Windows, Linux |
| odrive | Free trial · from $20/mo | Trial only | macOS, Windows |
| GoodSync | Free plan | Trial only | macOS, Windows, Linux |
How each one differs from Autosync
FolderSync
Folder sync and backup between devices, cloud services and servers
- FolderSync starts at $29.95 one-time, Desktop Single user lifetime license (free version available).
- FolderSync has a free plan, which Autosync lacks.
- FolderSync also lists Windows, macOS and Linux apps.
- FolderSync can be bought with a one-time purchase.
- FolderSync also covers file management.
Suits: Syncing phone folders to a NAS or cloud account on a schedule
Rclone
Command-line tool for syncing and mounting cloud storage
- Rclone is free.
- Rclone has a free plan, which Autosync lacks.
- Rclone also lists macOS, Windows and Linux apps.
- Rclone is open source and end-to-end encrypted, according to its own site.
- Rclone also covers file management.
Suits: Moving data between cloud providers without going through a local disk
Insync
Desktop sync client for Google Drive, OneDrive and Dropbox
- Insync starts at $39.99 one-time per cloud account (shown with $49.99 crossed out).
- Insync also lists Linux, Windows and macOS apps.
- Insync lists no Android app, which Autosync has.
- Insync also covers file management.
Suits: Linux users who want Google Drive or OneDrive on their desktop
odrive
Desktop sync for Procore documents, with SharePoint and server tiers
- odrive starts at $20 per user / month ($200 per user / year billed annually).
- odrive also lists Windows and macOS apps.
- odrive lists no Android app, which Autosync has.
- odrive also covers file management.
- odrive does not cover file sharing, which Autosync does.
Suits: Construction teams that work from Procore documents
GoodSync
File backup and two-way sync software for desktops and servers
- GoodSync also lists Windows, macOS and Linux apps.
- GoodSync lists no Android app, which Autosync has.
- GoodSync also covers file management.
- GoodSync does not cover file sharing, which Autosync does.
Suits: Mirroring folders to external drives or NAS devices
Limits worth knowing in Autosync
- Android only; the maker lists no iOS, Windows or Mac version.
- Licenses are tied to one Google account and are not shared across Google Family libraries.
- A purchase in one MetaCtrl app does not transfer to another, including the single-cloud apps.
- The trial length and the price of each in-app item are not shown on the vendor's pages.
Common questions
What are the alternatives to Autosync?
The alternatives to Autosync in this directory are FolderSync, Rclone, Insync, odrive and GoodSync. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with Autosync.
Is there a free alternative to Autosync?
Yes. Rclone is free to use. FolderSync has a free plan alongside paid ones.
Which Autosync alternatives work on Windows?
The Autosync listing does not include a Windows app. FolderSync, Rclone, Insync, odrive and GoodSync list one.
Which Autosync alternatives work on macOS?
The Autosync listing does not include a macOS app. FolderSync, Rclone, Insync, odrive and GoodSync list one.
Is there an open-source alternative to Autosync?
Rclone is described as open source on its own site.
When were these prices checked?
Every listing on this page was checked on Nov 13, 2026, against the pages it cites. Vendors change prices without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.