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At a Glance
Progress MOVEit
Progress MOVEit
Star Rating
(513)4.4 out of 5
Market Segments
Mid-Market (38.6% of reviews)
Information
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
30 day free trial
Free Trial is available
Learn more about Progress MOVEit
WinSCP
WinSCP
Star Rating
(222)4.6 out of 5
Market Segments
Enterprise (38.6% of reviews)
Information
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about WinSCP
AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
  • Users report that Progress MOVEit excels in file management with a score of 9.1, while WinSCP shines in file transfer functionality, achieving a higher score of 9.5. Reviewers mention that MOVEit's robust file management features allow for seamless organization and retrieval of files, making it a preferred choice for users focused on managing large volumes of data.
  • Reviewers mention that WinSCP offers superior ease of setup with a score of 9.4 compared to MOVEit's 8.7. Users on G2 appreciate WinSCP's straightforward installation process, which allows for quick deployment and minimal downtime, making it ideal for teams needing immediate access to file transfer capabilities.
  • G2 users highlight that Progress MOVEit provides strong encryption features, particularly in email and file transfer encryption, both scoring 9.3. In contrast, WinSCP's encryption capabilities, while still solid, received a lower score of 8.7. Reviewers say that MOVEit's emphasis on security makes it a reliable choice for organizations handling sensitive information.
  • Users say that while both products offer good performance, WinSCP edges out with a performance score of 9.0 compared to MOVEit's 8.9. Reviewers mention that WinSCP's speed and efficiency in transferring files are particularly beneficial for users who prioritize quick data movement.
  • Reviewers mention that Progress MOVEit has a strong focus on compliance and governance, scoring 8.7 in access control and policy enforcement, which is crucial for organizations in regulated industries. In contrast, WinSCP, while effective, does not emphasize these features as strongly, leading to a perception that it may not be as robust in compliance-heavy environments.
  • Users report that both products have their strengths in mobile support, but Progress MOVEit scores lower at 7.7 compared to WinSCP's 8.0. Reviewers mention that WinSCP's mobile capabilities allow for easier access and management of files on the go, which is a significant advantage for users who require flexibility in their workflows.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Progress MOVEit
Progress MOVEit Free Trial
30 day free trial
Learn more about Progress MOVEit
WinSCP
No pricing available
Free Trial
Progress MOVEit
Free Trial is available
WinSCP
No trial information available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
9.0
358
9.3
187
Ease of Use
8.9
365
9.2
188
Ease of Setup
8.7
239
9.5
31
Ease of Admin
8.8
224
9.5
29
Quality of Support
8.6
338
8.5
142
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
9.0
215
8.8
23
Product Direction (% positive)
8.9
332
8.9
184
Features by Category
Managed File Transfer (MFT)Hide 26 FeaturesShow 26 Features
8.5
196
Not enough data
Data Delivery
8.2
151
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Verified
Not enough data
8.1
160
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Verified
Not enough data
8.6
171
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Verified
Not enough data
8.3
153
|
Verified
Not enough data
Functionality
7.7
144
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.9
177
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.3
171
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Verified
Not enough data
7.9
170
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Verified
Not enough data
Governance
8.7
172
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Verified
Not enough data
8.7
170
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.7
168
|
Verified
Not enough data
Core Transfer Infrastructure - Managed File Transfer (MFT)
8.2
151
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Verified
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Platform Capabilities - Managed File Transfer (MFT)
8.9
177
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Verified
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Security & Compliance Controls - Managed File Transfer (MFT)
8.7
172
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Verified
Not enough data
8.7
170
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.7
168
|
Verified
Not enough data
Intelligent Automation & AI - Managed File Transfer (MFT)
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
File Transfer Protocol (FTP)Hide 11 FeaturesShow 11 Features
8.8
233
8.8
66
Management
9.0
216
9.6
64
8.7
206
9.1
62
8.8
210
8.8
51
8.9
218
9.0
64
Functionality
9.2
221
9.5
65
8.4
192
8.5
53
8.7
193
8.5
54
8.0
175
7.1
40
Security
9.1
214
8.8
58
8.9
216
9.1
61
8.9
209
9.2
62
8.9
133
Not enough data
Encryption
8.9
101
Not enough data
8.6
103
Not enough data
9.3
122
Not enough data
9.3
122
Not enough data
9.0
114
Not enough data
8.5
100
Not enough data
Compliance
8.9
117
Not enough data
8.7
108
Not enough data
8.9
116
Not enough data
Management
8.8
104
Not enough data
8.8
97
Not enough data
9.1
111
Not enough data
8.4
95
Not enough data
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Progress MOVEit
Progress MOVEit
WinSCP
WinSCP
Progress MOVEit and WinSCP are categorized as File Transfer Protocol (FTP)
Unique Categories
Progress MOVEit
Progress MOVEit is categorized as Managed File Transfer (MFT) and Encryption
WinSCP
WinSCP has no unique categories
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Progress MOVEit
Progress MOVEit
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
22.8%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
38.6%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
38.6%
WinSCP
WinSCP
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
32.6%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
28.8%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
38.6%
Reviewers' Industry
Progress MOVEit
Progress MOVEit
Information Technology and Services
14.7%
Financial Services
8.9%
Computer Software
8.9%
Hospital & Health Care
8.1%
Banking
6.1%
Other
53.3%
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%
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WinSCP
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Discussions
Progress MOVEit
Progress MOVEit Discussions
Price for enterprise customers
3 Comments
Mohamed A.
MA
You cant get a specifc answer without requesting a quote but generally if it's a real entreprise, I think it starts from 15k+. Read more
How can transfer large file which is more than 60 GB via MOVEit?
2 Comments
Charley H.
CH
We have had similar issues with MOVEit Transfer uploading large files. Unfortunately we use a different product (Signiant Media Portal) for large files. Read more
Nice Product
2 Comments
Dennis J.
DJ
Thanks, it helps me to make a decision.Read more
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