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Cryptomator alternatives

As of Nov 12, 2026, the highest-graded Cryptomator alternative is Filen (3.4 GPA). It's also the best free one.

Cryptomator compared with 5 alternatives: Proton Drive, Nordlocker, Tresorit, Sync.com and Filen.

Cryptomator has a free plan. Paid plans start at $12.00 per seat / month, billed yearly (Cryptomator Hub Standard). All 5 alternatives are free or have a free plan.

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

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At a glance

ToolPriceFree planRuns on
CryptomatorThis toolFree plan · from $12.00/moYesmacOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android
Proton DriveFree plan · from $3.99/moYesWeb, macOS, Windows, iOS, Android
NordlockerFree plan · from $29.99/moYesWeb, Windows, iOS, Android
TresoritFree plan · from $4.75/moYesWeb, macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android
Sync.comFree plan · from $6/moYesWeb, macOS, Windows, iOS, Android
FilenFree plan · from €11.99/yrYesWeb, macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android

Price against what you get

Cryptomator starts at $12 a month for each person and scores 2.0 out of 4 on features, ease of use and platforms. 4 of the 5 alternatives on this chart score higher and start lower: Proton Drive, Tresorit, Sync.com and Filen.

Nordlocker scores higher without starting lower.

Features, ease of use and platforms, averaged

D1.0C2.0B3.0A4.0Free$0.5$1$2$5$10$20$50$100$200More for lessCosts more, scores moreCosts less, scores lessCosts more, scores lessCryptomatorProton DriveNordlockerTresoritSync.comFilen

What paid plans start at, a month (each step along is roughly double) →

  • The best score at each price
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The full chart of file storage and sync services, and the best at every price

How each one differs from Cryptomator

  1. Proton Drive

    End-to-end encrypted cloud storage from the maker of Proton Mail

    • Proton Drive starts at $3.99 per month, billed yearly.
    • Proton Drive also lists a web app.
    • Proton Drive lists no Linux app, which Cryptomator has.
    • Proton Drive is end-to-end encrypted, according to its own site.
    • Proton Drive also covers documents, spreadsheets, file sync and file sharing.

    Suits: People who want encrypted storage under Swiss jurisdiction

    Proton Drive vs CryptomatorProton Drive pricing and details

  2. Nordlocker

    End-to-end encrypted cloud storage from the makers of NordVPN

    • Nordlocker starts at $29.99 per month, billed annually (Business, 2 TB).
    • Nordlocker also lists a web app.
    • Nordlocker lists no macOS and Linux apps, which Cryptomator has.
    • Nordlocker is end-to-end encrypted, according to its own site.
    • Nordlocker also covers file sync and file sharing.

    Suits: Individuals who want files kept private even from the storage provider

    Nordlocker vs CryptomatorNordlocker pricing and details

  3. Tresorit

    End-to-end encrypted file storage and sharing for businesses

    • Tresorit starts at $4.75 per month, billed yearly.
    • Tresorit also lists a web app.
    • Tresorit is end-to-end encrypted, according to its own site.
    • Tresorit also covers file sync and file sharing.

    Suits: Firms handling confidential client files, such as legal and finance teams

    Tresorit vs CryptomatorTresorit pricing and details

  4. Sync.com

    End-to-end encrypted cloud storage and file sharing for teams

    • Sync.com starts at $6 per user / month, billed annually (3-user minimum).
    • Sync.com also lists a web app.
    • Sync.com lists no Linux app, which Cryptomator has.
    • Sync.com is end-to-end encrypted, according to its own site.
    • Sync.com also covers file sync and file sharing.

    Suits: Teams that need encrypted storage with HIPAA, GDPR and PIPEDA compliance

    Sync.com vs CryptomatorSync.com pricing and details

  5. Filen

    End-to-end encrypted cloud storage from Germany with open source apps

    • Filen starts at €11.99 per year for 100 GiB, or €1.99 per month for 200 GiB.
    • Filen also lists a web app.
    • Filen is end-to-end encrypted, according to its own site.
    • Filen also covers notes, file sync and file sharing.

    Suits: People who want every file end-to-end encrypted, on the free plan too

    Filen vs CryptomatorFilen pricing and details

Limits worth knowing in Cryptomator

  • It does not store files itself; you still need a cloud storage account.
  • Full access on Android and iOS is a separate purchase of EUR 29.99 each, and the desktop dark mode is a paid upgrade.
  • Hub Standard is billed per seat excluding VAT, with a 3-seat minimum.
  • Hub Enterprise starts at EUR 10,000 per year for at least 50 seats.
Cryptomator pricing and details

Common questions

What are the alternatives to Cryptomator?

The alternatives to Cryptomator in this directory are Proton Drive, Nordlocker, Tresorit, Sync.com and Filen. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with Cryptomator.

Is there a free alternative to Cryptomator?

Yes. Proton Drive, Nordlocker, Tresorit, Sync.com and Filen have a free plan alongside paid ones.

When were these prices checked?

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