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WeTransfer alternatives

WeTransfer compared with 6 alternatives: Dropbox, Tresorit, MEGA, pCloud, Google Drive and 1 more.

WeTransfer has a free plan. Paid plans start at $8 per month, billed monthly. All 6 alternatives are free or have a free plan.

6 tools · Listings checked up to Oct 6, 2026 · Where the facts come from

At a glance

ToolPriceFree planRuns on
WeTransferThis toolFree plan · from $8/moYesWeb, macOS, iOS, Android
DropboxFree plan · from $9.99/moYesWeb, macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android
TresoritFree plan · from $4.75/moYesWeb, macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android
MEGAFree plan · from €3.33/moYesWeb, macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android, Browser extension
pCloudFree plan · from $4.99/moYesWeb, macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android, Browser extension
Google DriveFree plan · from $1.99/moYesWeb, macOS, Windows, iOS, Android
LocalSendFreeFreeWeb, macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android

How each one differs from WeTransfer

  1. Dropbox

    Cloud storage and file sync with transfer and signing tools

    • Dropbox starts at $9.99 per month, billed yearly. WeTransfer starts at $8 per month, billed monthly.
    • Only Dropbox lists Windows and Linux apps.
    • Dropbox also covers file sync.
    • WeTransfer also covers menu bar app.

    Suits: Individuals who want 2 TB synced across Windows, Mac and Linux

    Dropbox vs WeTransferDropbox pricing and details

  2. Tresorit

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

    • Tresorit starts at $4.75 per month, billed yearly. WeTransfer starts at $8 per month, billed monthly.
    • Only Tresorit lists Windows and Linux apps.
    • Tresorit is end-to-end encrypted, according to its own site.
    • Tresorit also covers file sync.
    • WeTransfer also covers documents and menu bar app.

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

    Tresorit vs WeTransferTresorit pricing and details

  3. MEGA

    Zero-knowledge encrypted cloud storage with a 20 GB free plan

    • MEGA starts at €3.33 per month, charged yearly. WeTransfer starts at $8 per month, billed monthly.
    • Only MEGA lists Windows and Linux apps.
    • Only MEGA lists a browser extension.
    • MEGA is end-to-end encrypted, according to its own site.
    • MEGA also covers video calls and file sync.

    Suits: People who want encrypted storage with a 20 GB free tier

    MEGA vs WeTransferMEGA pricing and details

  4. pCloud

    Swiss cloud storage sold by subscription or one-time payment

    • pCloud starts at $4.99 per month, or $49.99 billed yearly. WeTransfer starts at $8 per month, billed monthly.
    • Only pCloud lists Windows and Linux apps.
    • Only pCloud lists a browser extension.
    • pCloud can be bought with a one-time purchase.
    • pCloud also covers file sync.

    Suits: People who prefer a one-time lifetime payment to a subscription

    pCloud vs WeTransferpCloud pricing and details

  5. Google Drive

    Cloud storage tied to Google Docs, Gmail and Photos

    • Google Drive starts at $1.99 per month for 100 GB (US App Store price). WeTransfer starts at $8 per month, billed monthly.
    • Only Google Drive lists a Windows app.
    • Google Drive also covers AI search and file sync.
    • WeTransfer also covers documents and menu bar app.

    Suits: People who already use Gmail, Google Docs and Google Photos

    Google Drive vs WeTransferGoogle Drive pricing and details

  6. LocalSend

    Open-source file sharing between nearby devices, no cloud

    • LocalSend is free. WeTransfer starts at $8 per month, billed monthly.
    • Only LocalSend lists Windows and Linux apps.
    • LocalSend is open source and end-to-end encrypted, according to its own site.
    • WeTransfer also covers documents and menu bar app.

    Suits: Moving files between a phone and a computer on the same Wi-Fi

    LocalSend vs WeTransferLocalSend pricing and details

Limits worth knowing in WeTransfer

  • The Free plan is for non-commercial use only and is capped at 3 GB and 10 transfers a month.
  • Starter is limited to 300 GB of transfers a month; removing the size limit needs Ultimate at $23 a month.
  • An account stores up to 2 TB of transfers by default on any plan, and WeTransfer says it does not offer unlimited storage.
  • Teams needs at least 2 users, and single sign-on and end-to-end encryption are listed only for Enterprise.
WeTransfer pricing and details

Common questions

What are the alternatives to WeTransfer?

The alternatives to WeTransfer in this directory are Dropbox, Tresorit, MEGA, pCloud, Google Drive and LocalSend. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with WeTransfer.

Is there a free alternative to WeTransfer?

Yes. LocalSend is free to use. Dropbox, Tresorit, MEGA, pCloud and Google Drive have a free plan alongside paid ones.

Which WeTransfer alternatives work on Windows?

The WeTransfer listing does not include a Windows app. Dropbox, Tresorit, MEGA, pCloud, Google Drive and LocalSend list one.

Which WeTransfer alternatives work on Linux?

The WeTransfer listing does not include a Linux app. Dropbox, Tresorit, MEGA, pCloud and LocalSend list one.

Is there an open-source alternative to WeTransfer?

LocalSend is described as open source on its own site.

When were these prices checked?

Each listing shows its own date. On this page they run from Oct 5, 2026 to Oct 6, 2026. Vendors change prices without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.