Alternatives · File Storage
Syncovery alternatives
As of Nov 13, 2026, the highest-graded Syncovery alternative is FreeFileSync (3.0 GPA). It's also the best free one.
Syncovery compared with 5 alternatives: GoodSync, FreeFileSync, Unison, Rclone and FolderSync.
Syncovery is a paid product with a free trial, starting at $39.90 one-time (Standard, private use), $99.90 for business use. 4 of the 5 alternatives are free or have a free plan. One more offers 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| SyncoveryThis tool | Free trial · from $39.90 one-time | Trial only | macOS, Windows, Linux |
| GoodSync | Free plan | Trial only | macOS, Windows, Linux |
| FreeFileSync | Free plan · from €20/yr | Yes | macOS, Windows, Linux |
| Unison | Free | Free | macOS, Windows, Linux |
| Rclone | Free | Free | macOS, Windows, Linux, Android |
| FolderSync | Free plan · from $29.95 one-time | Yes | macOS, Windows, Linux, Android |
How each one differs from Syncovery
GoodSync
File backup and two-way sync software for desktops and servers
Suits: Mirroring folders to external drives or NAS devices
FreeFileSync
Open-source folder comparison and sync for desktops
- FreeFileSync starts at €20 per device (Business Edition, includes one year of updates).
- FreeFileSync has a free plan, which Syncovery lacks.
- FreeFileSync is open source, according to its own site.
Suits: Mirroring folders to an external drive or NAS
Unison
Open-source two-way file synchronizer for Unix, macOS and Windows
- Unison is free.
- Unison has a free plan, which Syncovery lacks.
- Unison is open source, according to its own site.
- Unison does not cover file management, which Syncovery does.
Suits: Keeping a laptop and a home or remote server in step over ssh
Rclone
Command-line tool for syncing and mounting cloud storage
- Rclone is free.
- Rclone has a free plan, which Syncovery lacks.
- Rclone also lists an Android app.
- Rclone is open source and end-to-end encrypted, according to its own site.
Suits: Moving data between cloud providers without going through a local disk
FolderSync
Folder sync and backup between devices, cloud services and servers
- FolderSync starts at $29.95 one-time, Desktop Single user lifetime license (free version available).
- FolderSync has a free plan, which Syncovery lacks.
- FolderSync also lists an Android app.
Suits: Syncing phone folders to a NAS or cloud account on a schedule
Limits worth knowing in Syncovery
- The order page gives separate prices for private and business use.
- A license includes free upgrades for one year; later versions are sold as upgrades.
- The Standard edition has no FTP, SSH, WebDAV, S3 or cloud support, no encryption and no real-time sync.
- The USD prices were read from the vendor's order form, whose footer is dated 2022; the main purchase page lists several regional order forms.
Common questions
What are the alternatives to Syncovery?
The alternatives to Syncovery in this directory are GoodSync, FreeFileSync, Unison, Rclone and FolderSync. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with Syncovery.
Is there a free alternative to Syncovery?
Yes. Unison and Rclone are free to use. FreeFileSync and FolderSync have a free plan alongside paid ones.
Which Syncovery alternatives work on Android?
The Syncovery listing does not include an Android app. Rclone and FolderSync list one.
Is there an open-source alternative to Syncovery?
FreeFileSync, Unison and Rclone are described as open source on their own sites.
When were these prices checked?
Every listing on this page was checked on Nov 13, 2026, against the pages it cites. Vendors change prices without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.