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At a Glance
CuteFTP
CuteFTP
Star Rating
(23)4.6 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (72.7% of reviews)
Information
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
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WinSCP
WinSCP
Star Rating
(222)4.6 out of 5
Market Segments
Enterprise (38.6% of reviews)
Information
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about WinSCP
AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
  • Users report that WinSCP excels in file management with a score of 9.6, highlighting its intuitive interface and robust features for organizing files efficiently. In contrast, CuteFTP, while functional, does not match this level of user satisfaction in file management.
  • Reviewers mention that WinSCP's synchronization feature, rated at 9.1, is particularly praised for its reliability and ease of use, allowing users to keep files updated across multiple locations seamlessly. CuteFTP, however, has received mixed reviews regarding its synchronization capabilities, with some users finding it less intuitive.
  • G2 users indicate that WinSCP's performance is rated at 9.0, with many noting its speed and efficiency in transferring large files. Users on G2 have pointed out that CuteFTP, while adequate, does not consistently deliver the same level of performance, especially under heavy loads.
  • Reviewers mention that WinSCP offers strong security features, including encryption rated at 8.7 and authentication at 9.1, which are critical for users handling sensitive data. In comparison, CuteFTP's security features are seen as satisfactory but not as robust, leading some users to express concerns about data protection.
  • Users say that the quality of support for WinSCP, rated at 8.5, is generally good, with many users appreciating the community forums and documentation. CuteFTP, however, has a higher support rating of 9.3, with users highlighting the responsiveness and helpfulness of the support team.
  • Users report that WinSCP's product direction is rated at 8.9, indicating a positive outlook for future updates and features, while CuteFTP's product direction rating of 1.7 raises concerns among users about the software's long-term viability and commitment to improvement.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
CuteFTP
No pricing available
WinSCP
No pricing available
Free Trial
CuteFTP
No trial information available
WinSCP
No trial information available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
9.3
17
9.3
187
Ease of Use
9.2
17
9.2
188
Ease of Setup
Not enough data
9.5
31
Ease of Admin
Not enough data
9.5
29
Quality of Support
9.3
7
8.5
142
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
Not enough data
8.8
23
Product Direction (% positive)
1.7
14
8.9
184
Features by Category
File Transfer Protocol (FTP)Hide 11 FeaturesShow 11 Features
Not enough data
8.8
66
Management
Not enough data
9.6
64
Not enough data
9.1
62
Not enough data
8.8
51
Not enough data
9.0
64
Functionality
Not enough data
9.5
65
Not enough data
8.5
53
Not enough data
8.5
54
Not enough data
7.1
40
Security
Not enough data
8.8
58
Not enough data
9.1
61
Not enough data
9.2
62
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
CuteFTP
CuteFTP
WinSCP
WinSCP
CuteFTP and WinSCP are categorized as File Transfer Protocol (FTP)
Unique Categories
CuteFTP
CuteFTP has no unique categories
WinSCP
WinSCP has no unique categories
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
CuteFTP
CuteFTP
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
72.7%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
18.2%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
9.1%
WinSCP
WinSCP
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
32.6%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
28.8%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
38.6%
Reviewers' Industry
CuteFTP
CuteFTP
Luxury Goods & Jewelry
54.5%
Religious Institutions
4.5%
Online Media
4.5%
Marketing and Advertising
4.5%
Legal Services
4.5%
Other
27.3%
WinSCP
WinSCP
Information Technology and Services
36.7%
Computer Software
13.5%
Telecommunications
3.3%
Computer & Network Security
3.3%
Higher Education
2.8%
Other
40.5%
Alternatives
CuteFTP
CuteFTP Alternatives
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WinSCP
WinSCP Alternatives
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Progress WS_FTP
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Discussions
CuteFTP
CuteFTP Discussions
Monty the Mongoose crying
CuteFTP has no discussions with answers
WinSCP
WinSCP Discussions
When shall we get updated version?
2 Comments
Courtney K.
CK
WinSCP updates all the time - I'd say on a weekly basis.Read more
Is WinSCP safe?
2 Comments
Erik D.
ED
Yes, I've been using it for years and it's a pretty good clientRead more
Why winscp ask password for session even it saved
1 Comment
Bob T.
BT
it could be that the site and the saved pw are differentRead more