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Pixeldrain alternatives
As of Nov 13, 2026, the highest-graded Pixeldrain alternative is WeTransfer (2.6 GPA). It's also the best free one. The catch, in its listing's words: "Free plan for individual, non-commercial use."
Pixeldrain compared with 7 alternatives: GoFile, WeTransfer, MediaFire, Smash, Filemail and 2 more.
Pixeldrain has a free plan. Paid plans start at €4 per month or €40 per year (Pro). All 7 alternatives are free or have a free plan.
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At a glance
| Tool | Price | Free plan | Runs on |
|---|---|---|---|
| PixeldrainThis tool | Free plan · from €4/mo | Yes | Web |
| GoFile | Free plan · from $7.50/mo | Yes | Web |
| WeTransfer | Free plan · from $8/mo | Yes | Web, macOS, iOS, Android |
| MediaFire | Free plan · from $3.99/mo | Yes | Web, iOS, Android |
| Smash | Free plan · from $6/mo | Yes | Web, macOS, iOS, Android |
| Filemail | Free plan · from $6/mo | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android |
| 4shared | Free plan · from $14.99/yr | Yes | Web |
| SwissTransfer | Free plan | Yes | Web, iOS, Android |
Price against what you get
Pixeldrain starts at about $3.72 a month and scores 2.7 out of 4 on features, ease of use and platforms. None of the 6 alternatives on this chart both scores higher and starts lower.
WeTransfer scores higher without starting lower. 4shared starts lower without scoring higher.
Features, ease of use and platforms, averaged
What paid plans start at, a month (each step along is roughly double) →
- The best score at each price
- Has a free plan
- No free plan
How each one differs from Pixeldrain
GoFile
Free file sharing with paid permanent storage and a full API
- GoFile starts at $7.50 per month, billed $90 yearly ($9 month-to-month).
- GoFile also covers file management.
Suits: Quick link sharing without signing up
WeTransfer
Send large files by email or link without recipient sign-up
- WeTransfer starts at $8 per month, billed monthly.
- WeTransfer also lists macOS, iOS and Android apps.
- WeTransfer also covers documents and menu bar app.
Suits: Sending large files to clients who should not need an account
MediaFire
Cloud storage and link sharing with a free 10 GB ad-supported tier
- MediaFire starts at $3.99 per month (Ultra, 100 GB).
- MediaFire also lists iOS and Android apps.
- MediaFire also covers file sync.
Suits: Sharing files by link with people who have no account
Smash
Browser-based file transfer with no sign-up and no paid size cap
- Smash starts at $6 per month, billed annually ($10 billed monthly).
- Smash also lists macOS, iOS and Android apps.
Suits: One-off transfers where the recipient and sender skip accounts
Filemail
Large file transfer by email or link, free up to 5 GB
- Filemail starts at $6 per month, billed monthly.
- Filemail also lists Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS and Android apps.
- Filemail is end-to-end encrypted, according to its own site.
Suits: Sending files in the 5 GB to 250 GB range without a size cap worry
4shared
File storage and sharing with 15 GB free and annual premium plans
- 4shared starts at $14.99 per year (Premium 100 GB, annual billing).
- 4shared also covers file management.
Suits: Sharing public download links for large files
SwissTransfer
Free large file transfers up to 50 GB, hosted in Switzerland
- SwissTransfer also lists iOS and Android apps.
- SwissTransfer also covers file management.
Suits: One-off sharing of large files without signing up
Limits worth knowing in Pixeldrain
- Free files expire after 60 days without a download.
- Pro is billed through Patreon, which adds its own fees and sales tax.
- Prices are in euros; a prepaid minimum of €0.01 a day applies.
Common questions
What are the alternatives to Pixeldrain?
The alternatives to Pixeldrain in this directory are GoFile, WeTransfer, MediaFire, Smash, Filemail, 4shared and SwissTransfer. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with Pixeldrain.
Is there a free alternative to Pixeldrain?
Yes. GoFile, WeTransfer, MediaFire, Smash, Filemail, 4shared and SwissTransfer have a free plan alongside paid ones.
Which Pixeldrain alternatives work on Windows?
The Pixeldrain listing does not include a Windows app. Filemail lists one.
Which Pixeldrain alternatives work on macOS?
The Pixeldrain listing does not include a macOS app. WeTransfer, Smash and Filemail 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.