Best Nextcloud Alternatives
The top-ranked Nextcloud alternative is Owncloud (Freemium). The best free option is Syncthing (open source).
Nextcloud is an open-source, self-hostable platform for file sync, sharing, and collaboration. People seek alternatives for managed hosting, simpler setups, different feature sets, or lighter self-hosted tools.
1Owncloud
FreemiumOpen-source self-hosted file sync and share platform for individuals and teams.
2Seafile
FreemiumOpen-source file sync and share platform with high performance and encryption.
3Open-source continuous file synchronization between your devices.
Cloud storage with sharing, collaboration, and 15GB free space.
Popular cloud storage and file sharing service with sync.
Proton Drive
FreemiumEnd-to-end encrypted cloud storage from the Proton privacy ecosystem.
Microsoft OneDrive
FreemiumMicrosoft's cloud storage integrated across Windows and Microsoft 365.
pCloud
FreemiumSecure cloud storage with file sharing and lifetime plans.
Filestash
Open SourceAn open-source web file manager that connects to many storage backends.
Peer-to-peer file sync tool built on BitTorrent technology.
Cozy Cloud
FreemiumA personal cloud platform for storing files, photos, and personal data.
Pydio Cells
FreemiumAn open-source, self-hosted document sharing and collaboration platform.
Nextcloud alternatives: FAQ
What is the best alternative to Nextcloud?
Owncloud is ranked first on this list (Freemium). The ranking combines our base score with readers' votes, so it can change.
What is the best free alternative to Nextcloud?
The highest-ranked free or open-source options here are Syncthing and Filestash.
Which Nextcloud alternatives work on Mac?
Owncloud, Seafile, Syncthing and Google Drive run on macOS.
Which Nextcloud alternatives work on Linux?
Owncloud, Seafile, Syncthing and Dropbox run on Linux.
Are there Nextcloud alternatives for Android?
Yes: Owncloud, Seafile, Syncthing and Google Drive have Android apps.
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