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Egnyte alternatives

10 companies ranked alongside Egnyte on Lister's rankings, compared on what each is best for, its starting price and its Lister Score.

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The closest alternatives to Egnyte on Lister are Google Drive, Box and Dropbox, the companies that share the most rankings with it. Each is compared below on its stated best fit, starting price and Lister Score.
Egnyte alternatives, compared
#ALTERNATIVEBEST FORSCOREFROMRANKED
1Google DriveDocument collaboration and office integration95.0Free#1 in Top 10 File Collaboration PlatformsOn 3 of Egnyte's rankings
2BoxEnterprise collaboration and advanced security controls94.0$15 per user per month#3 in Document generation software with Salesforce integrationOn 3 of Egnyte's rankings
3DropboxFast and reliable file syncing across multiple devices90.3$9.99 per month#3 in Top 10 File Collaboration PlatformsOn 3 of Egnyte's rankings
4Sync.comPrivacy-conscious users and confidential data88.0$8 per month#4 in Top 10 File Transfer ServicesOn 3 of Egnyte's rankings
5pCloudUsers wanting a one-off lifetime purchase option83.3Free#6 in Top 10 File Sharing & CollaborationOn 3 of Egnyte's rankings
6WeTransferThe simplest way to send your big files around the worldQuickly sending massive files without account creation95.0$10 per user/month#1 in Top 10 File Transfer ServicesOn 2 of Egnyte's rankings
7Microsoft OneDriveWindows users and Microsoft 365 subscribers92.7Free#2 in Top 10 File Collaboration PlatformsOn 2 of Egnyte's rankings
8MegaLarge free storage and high-speed transfers85.7Free#5 in Top 10 File Transfer ServicesOn 2 of Egnyte's rankings
9NextcloudSelf-hosting enthusiasts and organisations wanting data sovereignty78.7Free#8 in Top 10 File Transfer ServicesOn 2 of Egnyte's rankings
10FormstackTransform data collection into workflowsRegulated industries needing strict compliance98.0$83 per month#1 in Document generation software with Salesforce integration
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How to choose an alternative to Egnyte

Start from what you need it for. Where each fits best, as Lister records it:

  • Google Drive: Document collaboration and office integration
  • Box: Enterprise collaboration and advanced security controls
  • Dropbox: Fast and reliable file syncing across multiple devices
  • Sync.com: Privacy-conscious users and confidential data
  • pCloud: Users wanting a one-off lifetime purchase option
  • WeTransfer: Quickly sending massive files without account creation
  • Microsoft OneDrive: Windows users and Microsoft 365 subscribers
  • Mega: Large free storage and high-speed transfers
  • Nextcloud: Self-hosting enthusiasts and organisations wanting data sovereignty
  • Formstack: Regulated industries needing strict compliance

Closest to Egnyte by the rankings they share: Google Drive (3 rankings), Box (3 rankings) and Dropbox (3 rankings).

Free to start, by their stated pricing: Google Drive, pCloud, Microsoft OneDrive, Mega and Nextcloud.

Stated starting prices: Box ($15 per user per month), Dropbox ($9.99 per month), Sync.com ($8 per month), WeTransfer ($10 per user/month) and Formstack ($83 per month).

Each Lister Score is the alternative's score on the ranking named in its row, so compare scores within one ranking rather than across rankings. How the score is made.

Each alternative in brief

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Google Drive

#1 in Top 10 File Collaboration Platforms: Google Drive integrates seamlessly with Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Slides) to offer real-time collaborative editing, powerful search, and automatic versioning. Files sync instantly across devices and sharing is granular and intuitive.

FreeBest for: Document collaboration and office integrationFull profile
PROS
  • Generous 15 GB free storage allocation
  • Seamless integration with Google Docs and Sheets
CONS
  • Privacy concerns regarding data scanning for advertising
95.0
02

Box

#3 in Document generation software with Salesforce integration: Box is an AI-powered content management platform that facilitates secure collaboration and workflow automation. It enables enterprises to manage unstructured data with intelligent agents and robust security features.

From $15 per user per monthBest for: Enterprise collaboration and advanced security controlsFull profile
PROS
  • Advanced administrative controls and compliance features
  • Extensive enterprise-grade security tools
CONS
  • Expensive compared to consumer-focused cloud storage
94.0
03

Dropbox

#3 in Top 10 File Collaboration Platforms: Dropbox pioneered cloud file sync and remains the gold standard for cross-platform stability, selective sync, and smart file versioning. Dropbox Sign, Dash, and integrations with 500+ apps extend its collaboration reach beyond core storage.

From $9.99 per monthBest for: Fast and reliable file syncing across multiple devicesFull profile
PROS
  • Extremely fast and reliable synchronisation
  • Robust third-party app integrations
CONS
  • Free tier offers only 2 GB of storage
90.3
04

Sync.com

#4 in Top 10 File Transfer Services: Sync.com is a Canadian cloud storage provider offering client-side encryption, file sharing, and team collaboration. It emphasises privacy compliance and operates under Canadian jurisdiction rather than US or EU rules.

From $8 per monthBest for: Privacy-conscious users and confidential dataFull profile
PROS
  • Zero-knowledge end-to-end encryption by default
  • Compliant with major privacy regulations
CONS
  • File synchronisation can be slower than competitors
88.0
05

pCloud

#6 in Top 10 File Sharing & Collaboration: A secure and easy-to-use cloud storage service for storing, sharing and working on files.

FreeBest for: Users wanting a one-off lifetime purchase optionFull profile
PROS
  • Cost-effective lifetime storage plans available
  • Built-in media player for music and video streaming
CONS
  • Zero-knowledge encryption requires an additional paid add-on
83.3
06

WeTransfer

The simplest way to send your big files around the world

#1 in Top 10 File Transfer Services: WeTransfer is a cloud-based file transfer service allowing users to send files up to 20 GB for free or 200 GB with a paid plan. It focuses on simplicity and a clean user interface with minimal signup friction.

From $10 per user/monthBest for: Quickly sending massive files without account creationFull profile
PROS
  • Incredibly simple drag and drop interface
  • Recipients do not need an account to download
CONS
  • Links expire after a set period
  • Lacks long-term cloud storage capabilities
95.0
07

Microsoft OneDrive

#2 in Top 10 File Collaboration Platforms: OneDrive offers deep integration with Windows, Outlook, Teams, and Microsoft 365 applications. Features include version history, co-authoring in Office Online, and advanced security with conditional access policies suited for regulated industries.

FreeBest for: Windows users and Microsoft 365 subscribersFull profile
PROS
  • Deep integration with Windows file explorer
  • Bundled with Microsoft 365 subscriptions
CONS
  • The Linux client lacks official desktop support
92.7
08

Mega

#5 in Top 10 File Transfer Services: Mega, founded by Kim Dotcom, offers client-side encryption and 20 GB free storage. It includes file transfer, cloud storage, and team collaboration features with a focus on user privacy.

FreeBest for: Large free storage and high-speed transfersFull profile
PROS
  • Generous 20 GB free tier
  • Strong client-side encryption for all files
CONS
  • Historically associated with its controversial founder Kim Dotcom
85.7
09

Nextcloud

#8 in Top 10 File Transfer Services: Nextcloud is an open-source file synchronisation and collaboration platform that organisations can self-host. It provides complete control over data, encryption, and infrastructure without reliance on third-party cloud providers.

FreeBest for: Self-hosting enthusiasts and organisations wanting data sovereigntyFull profile
PROS
  • Complete ownership and control over physical data
  • Extensible via numerous community apps and plugins
CONS
  • Requires technical knowledge to set up and maintain a server
78.7
10

Formstack

Transform data collection into workflows

#1 in Document generation software with Salesforce integration: Formstack is a workplace productivity suite that helps organisations digitise processes without code. It offers forms, document generation and eSignatures designed to work together.

From $83 per monthBest for: Regulated industries needing strict complianceFull profile
PROS
  • HIPAA and GDPR compliance options
  • Robust electronic signature workflows
CONS
  • Significantly more expensive than consumer tools
98.0