Alternatives · File Storage
Cloudreve alternatives
As of Nov 13, 2026, the highest-graded Cloudreve alternative is Nextcloud (3.2 GPA). It's also the best free one.
Cloudreve compared with 5 alternatives: Nextcloud, Seafile, ownCloud, FileRun and Filestash.
Cloudreve has a free plan. Paid plans start at $89.9 per root domain (Pro, lifetime license). 4 of the 5 alternatives are free or have a free plan. One more offers a free trial.
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At a glance
| Tool | Price | Free plan | Runs on |
|---|---|---|---|
| CloudreveThis tool | Free plan · from $89.9 one-time | Yes | Web |
| Nextcloud | Free plan · from €71.29/yr | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android |
| Seafile | Free plan · from $8/mo | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android |
| ownCloud | Free plan | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, iOS, Android |
| FileRun | Free trial · from €9.9/yr | Trial only | Web, macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android |
| Filestash | Free plan · from $6/mo | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android |
How each one differs from Cloudreve
Nextcloud
Open source, self-hosted file sync and collaboration platform
- Nextcloud starts at 71.29€ per user / year, excl. VAT (from 100 users).
- Nextcloud also lists Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS and Android apps.
- Nextcloud also covers video calls and file sync.
- Nextcloud does not cover file management, which Cloudreve does.
Suits: Organizations that must keep files on servers they control
Seafile
Open-source file sync and share, self-hosted or in the cloud
- Seafile starts at $8 per user / month (Plus Cloud Team plan).
- Seafile also lists Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS and Android apps.
- Seafile also covers file sync.
- Seafile does not cover file management, which Cloudreve does.
Suits: Organizations that want to host their own file server
ownCloud
Open-source file sync and share you can host yourself
- ownCloud also lists Windows, macOS, iOS and Android apps.
- ownCloud also covers file sync.
- ownCloud does not cover file management, which Cloudreve does.
Suits: Organizations that must keep files on their own servers
FileRun
Self-hosted file sync and sharing app that runs on your own server
- FileRun starts at €9.9 per user / year (annual subscription).
- FileRun has no free plan, only a free trial, unlike Cloudreve.
- FileRun also lists Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS and Android apps.
- FileRun can be bought with a one-time purchase.
- FileRun also covers file sync.
Suits: Teams that want files kept on a server they control
Filestash
Web file manager that fronts S3, SFTP, WebDAV and other storage
- Filestash starts at $6 per month (Hobby, cloud-hosted).
- Filestash also lists Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS and Android apps.
- Filestash also covers workflow automation and file sync.
- Filestash does not cover file management, which Cloudreve does.
Suits: Teams that already own S3 or SFTP storage and want a front end
Limits worth knowing in Cloudreve
- You run the server yourself; it is not a hosted service.
- Pro licenses are bound to a root domain; a change costs $25 and is allowed once.
- The vendor says it offers no discounts and prices may rise as features are added.
- Technical support is from outside experts for a custom quote; Pro includes only basic email support.
Common questions
What are the alternatives to Cloudreve?
The alternatives to Cloudreve in this directory are Nextcloud, Seafile, ownCloud, FileRun and Filestash. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with Cloudreve.
Is there a free alternative to Cloudreve?
Yes. Nextcloud, Seafile, ownCloud and Filestash have a free plan alongside paid ones.
Which Cloudreve alternatives work on Windows?
The Cloudreve listing does not include a Windows app. Nextcloud, Seafile, ownCloud, FileRun and Filestash list one.
Which Cloudreve alternatives work on macOS?
The Cloudreve listing does not include a macOS app. Nextcloud, Seafile, ownCloud, FileRun and Filestash list one.
When were these prices checked?
Each listing shows its own date. On this page they run from Oct 5, 2026 to Nov 13, 2026. Vendors change prices without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.