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Self-hosted alternatives to Box

The Box listing does not say it can be self-hosted. 6 of the 45 other file storage and sync services in this directory can be self-hosted, according to their own sites.

Box has a free plan. Paid plans start at $5 per user / month, billed annually (minimum 3 users). 5 of them are free or have a free plan.

6 tools · Listings checked up to Nov 12, 2026 · Where the facts come from

How each one differs from Box

  1. FileCloud

    Business file sharing and sync you host yourself or buy as SaaS

    • FileCloud starts at $7 per user / month, billed annually (Server Essentials). Box starts at $5 per user / month, billed annually (minimum 3 users).
    • Box has a free plan. FileCloud does not, though it has a free trial.
    • Only FileCloud lists a Linux app.
    • FileCloud is self-hostable, according to its own site.
    FileCloud vs BoxFileCloud pricing and details

  2. Nextcloud

    Open source, self-hosted file sync and collaboration platform

    • Nextcloud starts at 71.29€ per user / year, excl. VAT (from 100 users). Box starts at $5 per user / month, billed annually (minimum 3 users).
    • Only Nextcloud lists a Linux app.
    • Nextcloud is open source and self-hostable, according to its own site.
    • Nextcloud also covers video calls.
    Nextcloud vs BoxNextcloud pricing and details

  3. ownCloud

    Open-source file sync and share you can host yourself

    • ownCloud is open source and self-hostable, according to its own site.
    • Box also covers workflow automation.
    ownCloud vs BoxownCloud pricing and details

  4. Seafile

    Open-source file sync and share, self-hosted or in the cloud

    • Seafile starts at $8 per user / month (Plus Cloud Team plan). Box starts at $5 per user / month, billed annually (minimum 3 users).
    • Only Seafile lists a Linux app.
    • Seafile is open source and self-hostable, according to its own site.
    • Box also covers workflow automation.
    Seafile pricing and details

  5. Cubbit

    EU-based S3-compatible object storage, hosted or self-built

    • Cubbit starts at €4.99 per TB / month (personal-use rate, 3 to 10 TB). Box starts at $5 per user / month, billed annually (minimum 3 users).
    • Only Box lists macOS, Windows, iOS and Android apps.
    • Cubbit is self-hostable, according to its own site.
    • Cubbit also covers file management.
    Cubbit pricing and details

  6. Cryptomator

    Open-source encryption for the files you keep in any cloud

    • Cryptomator starts at $12.00 per seat / month, billed yearly (Cryptomator Hub Standard). Box starts at $5 per user / month, billed annually (minimum 3 users).
    • Only Cryptomator lists a Linux app.
    • Only Box lists a web app.
    • Cryptomator is open source and self-hostable, according to its own site.
    Cryptomator pricing and details

Common questions

Is there a self-hosted alternative to Box?

Yes. FileCloud, Nextcloud, ownCloud, Seafile, Cubbit and Cryptomator can be self-hosted, according to their own sites.

Can Box be self-hosted?

The Box listing does not say it can be self-hosted. The listing was checked on Oct 5, 2026 against the pages it cites.

Which of these file storage and sync services are free?

Nextcloud, ownCloud, Seafile, Cubbit and Cryptomator are free or have a free plan.

When was this checked?

Each listing shows its own date. On this page they run from Oct 5, 2026 to Nov 12, 2026. Vendors change prices and plans without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.

This page is built from the listings. A tool is here because its listing says so, and the order is how close each is to Box: the alternatives its listing names first, then the tools that share the most features with it.