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FileZilla alternatives
As of Nov 13, 2026, the highest-graded FileZilla alternative is Cyberduck (3.0 GPA). It's also the best free one.
FileZilla compared with 5 alternatives: WinSCP, Cyberduck, Transmit, Mountain Duck and ExpanDrive.
FileZilla has a free plan. Paid plans start at 12,99 € for FileZilla Pro (starting at; billing period not shown). 3 of the 5 alternatives are free or have a free plan. 2 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| FileZillaThis tool | Free plan · from €99 | Yes | macOS, Windows, Linux |
| WinSCP | Free | Free | Windows |
| Cyberduck | Free plan · from $10 | Yes | macOS, Windows |
| Transmit | Free trial · from $45 one-time | Trial only | macOS |
| Mountain Duck | Free trial · from $49 one-time | Trial only | macOS, Windows |
| ExpanDrive | Free plan · from $29/mo | Yes | macOS, Windows, Linux |
How each one differs from FileZilla
WinSCP
Free open-source SFTP, FTP, S3 and WebDAV client for Windows
- WinSCP is free.
- WinSCP lists no macOS and Linux apps, which FileZilla has.
- WinSCP also covers workflow automation and file sync.
Suits: Windows users who move files over SFTP or SCP
Cyberduck
Server and cloud storage browser for Mac and Windows
- Cyberduck starts at Free; $10 minimum donation for a registration key.
- Cyberduck lists no Linux app, which FileZilla has.
- Cyberduck also covers file sharing.
Suits: Mac and Windows users who move files to FTP, SFTP or S3 servers
Transmit
Mac file transfer app for servers and cloud storage
- Transmit starts at $45 one-time.
- Transmit has no free plan, only a free trial, unlike FileZilla.
- Transmit lists no Windows and Linux apps, which FileZilla has.
- Transmit can be bought with a one-time purchase.
- Transmit also covers file sharing.
Suits: Mac users who manage files on web servers or S3 buckets
Mountain Duck
Mounts server and cloud storage as a drive on Mac and Windows
- Mountain Duck starts at $49 per user, one-time (licence covers version 5).
- Mountain Duck has no free plan, only a free trial, unlike FileZilla.
- Mountain Duck lists no Linux app, which FileZilla has.
- Mountain Duck is end-to-end encrypted, according to its own site.
- Mountain Duck can be bought with a one-time purchase.
Suits: Working on files in S3, SFTP or WebDAV storage from ordinary desktop apps
ExpanDrive
Mounts cloud storage and servers as drives on Mac, Windows and Linux
- ExpanDrive starts at $29 per month for up to 10 users, billed monthly.
- ExpanDrive also covers file sync and file sharing.
Suits: Individuals who want cloud storage in Finder or Explorer at no cost
Limits worth knowing in FileZilla
- Pro prices are shown in euros as "starting at" with no billing period; confirm at checkout.
- Cloud storage connections are in FileZilla Pro only, not the free client.
- The Pro command-line tool is Windows only, and FileZilla Server is a separate product.
- The vendor's own project pages block automated reads, so the free-client facts come from its wiki.
Common questions
What are the alternatives to FileZilla?
The alternatives to FileZilla in this directory are WinSCP, Cyberduck, Transmit, Mountain Duck and ExpanDrive. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with FileZilla.
Is there a free alternative to FileZilla?
Yes. WinSCP is free to use. Cyberduck and ExpanDrive have a free plan alongside paid ones.
When were these prices checked?
Each listing shows its own date. On this page they run from Nov 12, 2026 to Nov 13, 2026. Vendors change prices without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.
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