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Resilio Sync alternatives
As of Nov 12, 2026, the highest-graded Resilio Sync alternative is Nextcloud (3.2 GPA). It's also the best free one.
Resilio Sync compared with 5 alternatives: Syncthing, Nextcloud, Seafile, Synology Drive and Dropbox.
Resilio Sync's current pricing could not be confirmed from its own site. 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
| Tool | Price | Free plan | Runs on |
|---|---|---|---|
| Resilio SyncThis tool | Paid | No | Windows, Linux |
| Syncthing | Free | Free | macOS, Windows, Linux |
| 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 |
| Synology Drive | Free | Free | Web, macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android |
| Dropbox | Free plan · from $9.99/mo | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android |
How each one differs from Resilio Sync
Syncthing
Free, open source file sync directly between your own devices
- Syncthing is free.
- Syncthing has a free plan, which Resilio Sync lacks.
- Syncthing also lists a macOS app.
- Syncthing is open source, according to its own site.
Suits: Syncing folders between your own computers without a cloud provider
Nextcloud
Open source, self-hosted file sync and collaboration platform
- Nextcloud starts at 71.29€ per user / year, excl. VAT (from 100 users).
- Nextcloud has a free plan, which Resilio Sync lacks.
- Nextcloud also lists a web app and macOS, iOS and Android apps.
- Nextcloud is open source and self-hostable, according to its own site.
- Nextcloud also covers video calls and file sharing.
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 has a free plan, which Resilio Sync lacks.
- Seafile also lists a web app and macOS, iOS and Android apps.
- Seafile is open source and self-hostable, according to its own site.
- Seafile also covers file sharing.
Suits: Organizations that want to host their own file server
Synology Drive
Private-cloud file sync and sharing that runs on a Synology NAS
- Synology Drive is free.
- Synology Drive has a free plan, which Resilio Sync lacks.
- Synology Drive also lists a web app and macOS, iOS and Android apps.
- Synology Drive also covers file sharing.
Suits: People who already own a Synology NAS and want a private cloud on it
Dropbox
Cloud storage and file sync with transfer and signing tools
- Dropbox starts at $9.99 per month, billed yearly.
- Dropbox has a free plan, which Resilio Sync lacks.
- Dropbox also lists a web app and macOS, iOS and Android apps.
- Dropbox also covers documents and file sharing.
Suits: Individuals who want 2 TB synced across Windows, Mac and Linux
Limits worth knowing in Resilio Sync
- Pricing is not published: the site sends enterprise buyers to a request-pricing form.
- The Sync Home edition's price and limits could not be read from the pages reachable here.
- The download page text names Windows and Linux builds only; other platforms were not confirmed.
- Resilio is part of Nasuni and the site focuses on enterprise products.
Common questions
What are the alternatives to Resilio Sync?
The alternatives to Resilio Sync in this directory are Syncthing, Nextcloud, Seafile, Synology Drive and Dropbox. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with Resilio Sync.
Is there a free alternative to Resilio Sync?
Yes. Syncthing and Synology Drive are free to use. Nextcloud, Seafile and Dropbox have a free plan alongside paid ones.
Which Resilio Sync alternatives work on macOS?
The Resilio Sync listing does not include a macOS app. Syncthing, Nextcloud, Seafile, Synology Drive and Dropbox list one.
Which Resilio Sync alternatives work on Android?
The Resilio Sync listing does not include an Android app. Nextcloud, Seafile, Synology Drive and Dropbox list one.
Is there an open-source alternative to Resilio Sync?
Syncthing, Nextcloud and Seafile are described as open source on their own sites.
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.