The closest alternatives to WeTransfer on Lister are Google Drive, Dropbox and Sync.com, the companies that share the most rankings with it. Each is compared below on its stated best fit, starting price and Lister Score.
How to choose an alternative to WeTransfer
Start from what you need it for. Where each fits best, as Lister records it:
- Google Drive: Document collaboration and office integration
- Dropbox: Fast and reliable file syncing across multiple devices
- Sync.com: Privacy-conscious users and confidential data
- Mega: Large free storage and high-speed transfers
- pCloud: Users wanting a one-off lifetime purchase option
- Nextcloud: Self-hosting enthusiasts and organisations wanting data sovereignty
- Egnyte: Hybrid enterprise environments requiring unified data governance
- Microsoft OneDrive: Windows users and Microsoft 365 subscribers
- Tresorit: Users handling highly sensitive data requiring zero-knowledge architecture
- Box: Enterprise collaboration and advanced security controls
Closest to WeTransfer by the rankings they share: Google Drive (2 rankings), Dropbox (2 rankings) and Sync.com (2 rankings).
Free to start, by their stated pricing: Google Drive, Mega, pCloud, Nextcloud and Microsoft OneDrive.
Stated starting prices: Dropbox ($9.99 per month), Sync.com ($8 per month), Egnyte ($20 per user/month) and Box ($15 per user 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
01

#1 in Top 10 File Sharing & Collaboration: A cloud storage and file synchronization service that allows user cloud storage, file sharing, and collaborative editing.
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

#3 in Top 10 File Sharing & Collaboration: A file hosting service operated by American company Dropbox, Inc., that provides cloud storage, file synchronization, and personal cloud.
PROS- Extremely fast and reliable synchronisation
- Robust third-party app integrations
CONS- Free tier offers only 2 GB of storage
90.3
03

#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.
PROS- Zero-knowledge end-to-end encryption by default
- Compliant with major privacy regulations
CONS- File synchronisation can be slower than competitors
88.0
04

#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.
PROS- Generous 20 GB free tier
- Strong client-side encryption for all files
CONS- Historically associated with its controversial founder Kim Dotcom
85.7
05

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

#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.
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
07

Secure Content Governance and Collaboration
#9 in Top 10 File Sharing & Collaboration: A content governance, compliance, and secure cloud collaboration platform built for hybrid businesses.
PROS- Combines cloud and on-premises storage effectively
- Advanced ransomware detection and recovery
CONS- Expensive for small businesses
- Complex administration panel
76.3
08

#2 in Top 10 File Sharing & Collaboration: A file hosting service and synchronization service operated by Microsoft as part of its web version of Office.
PROS- Deep integration with Windows file explorer
- Bundled with Microsoft 365 subscriptions
CONS- The Linux client lacks official desktop support
92.7
09

Zero-knowledge cloud storage for sensitive data
#3 in Top 10 File Transfer Services: Tresorit is a Swiss-based secure cloud storage and file transfer service emphasising zero-knowledge encryption, meaning Tresorit cannot access user files. It appeals to privacy-conscious individuals and regulated enterprises.
PROS- Industry-leading zero-knowledge encryption architecture
- Swiss hosting and strong privacy guarantees
CONS- Higher pricing than mainstream competitors
- Smaller ecosystem with fewer integrations and features
90.3
10

#4 in Top 10 File Sharing & Collaboration: A cloud content management and file sharing service for businesses providing security and compliance.
PROS- Advanced administrative controls and compliance features
- Extensive enterprise-grade security tools
CONS- Expensive compared to consumer-focused cloud storage
88.0