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At a Glance
AWS Transfer for SFTP
AWS Transfer for SFTP
Star Rating
(21)4.3 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (33.3% of reviews)
Information
Pros & Cons
Not enough data
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
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FileZilla
FileZilla
Star Rating
(761)4.5 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (52.9% of reviews)
Information
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about FileZilla
AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
  • Users report that FileZilla excels in its File Management capabilities, scoring 9.3, which reviewers mention makes it easy to organize and manage files effectively. In contrast, AWS Transfer for SFTP, while still strong at 9.5, is noted for its seamless integration with AWS services, enhancing overall file management in cloud environments.
  • Reviewers mention that FileZilla's Ease of Use is rated at 8.8, with many users appreciating its straightforward interface. However, AWS Transfer for SFTP shines with a higher score of 9.4, as users on G2 highlight its user-friendly setup process, especially for those already familiar with AWS.
  • G2 users report that FileZilla's Quality of Support is rated at 8.2, with some users expressing concerns about response times. In contrast, AWS Transfer for SFTP has a higher score of 8.8, with reviewers mentioning that AWS support is generally more responsive and helpful, particularly for enterprise-level issues.
  • Users say that FileZilla's Mobile Support is somewhat lacking, with a score of 7.7, which has led to frustration among users who need to manage files on the go. Conversely, AWS Transfer for SFTP scores 8.1, with reviewers noting better mobile accessibility through AWS's mobile-friendly interfaces.
  • Reviewers mention that both products offer strong Security features, but AWS Transfer for SFTP stands out with a score of 9.8 for Encryption, as users appreciate its robust security protocols that are essential for sensitive data transfers. FileZilla, while still secure at 8.9, is seen as less comprehensive in this area.
  • Users on G2 report that FileZilla's File Transfer functionality is rated at 9.3, with many praising its speed and reliability. However, AWS Transfer for SFTP edges ahead with a score of 9.5, as reviewers mention its ability to handle large file transfers efficiently, especially in cloud-based workflows.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
AWS Transfer for SFTP
No pricing available
FileZilla
No pricing available
Free Trial
AWS Transfer for SFTP
No trial information available
FileZilla
No trial information available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
9.3
16
9.1
688
Ease of Use
9.4
16
8.8
691
Ease of Setup
8.7
5
9.1
140
Ease of Admin
9.7
5
8.8
123
Quality of Support
8.8
13
8.3
444
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
9.7
5
8.7
93
Product Direction (% positive)
8.4
15
8.1
675
Features by Category
File Transfer Protocol (FTP)Hide 11 FeaturesShow 11 Features
9.1
7
8.8
115
Management
9.5
7
9.3
105
9.2
6
8.9
101
8.1
7
8.4
87
9.8
7
9.0
106
Functionality
9.5
7
9.4
109
9.3
7
8.8
81
8.6
7
8.9
92
8.1
7
7.6
61
Security
9.8
7
8.8
91
9.3
7
9.1
100
9.3
7
9.1
93
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
AWS Transfer for SFTP
AWS Transfer for SFTP
FileZilla
FileZilla
AWS Transfer for SFTP and FileZilla are categorized as File Transfer Protocol (FTP)
Unique Categories
AWS Transfer for SFTP
AWS Transfer for SFTP has no unique categories
FileZilla
FileZilla has no unique categories
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
AWS Transfer for SFTP
AWS Transfer for SFTP
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
33.3%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
33.3%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
33.3%
FileZilla
FileZilla
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
52.9%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
29.0%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
18.0%
Reviewers' Industry
AWS Transfer for SFTP
AWS Transfer for SFTP
Information Technology and Services
44.4%
Computer Software
22.2%
Program Development
5.6%
Health, Wellness and Fitness
5.6%
Financial Services
5.6%
Other
16.7%
FileZilla
FileZilla
Information Technology and Services
19.8%
Computer Software
12.8%
Internet
5.3%
Marketing and Advertising
4.7%
Design
2.8%
Other
54.5%
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FileZilla
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Discussions
AWS Transfer for SFTP
AWS Transfer for SFTP Discussions
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FileZilla
FileZilla Discussions
What is FileZilla used for?
2 Comments
Reverend F.
RF
FileZilla is used for transferring files to and from sites and devices on your local network. It's most common application is file backup.Read more
Is there any way to copy paste in remote server, other than drag and drop within file?
1 Comment
Mike V.
MV
As it's been 24 days, you've probably figured this out by now, but, no, you can't use the copy-and-paste metaphor in the FileZilla window to transfer files.Read more
Is FileZilla Safe 2020?
1 Comment
Haresh  K.
HK
Yes, I have used it for 5+ years. There has been no security failure attributable for Filezilla. It's frequently updated ! Always keep updating your version...Read more