Head-to-head · File Transfer Services
Filemail vs TransferNow
Filemail leads on 1 check, TransferNow on 1, and 5 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 7 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.
Our verdict
- Highest scoreFilemail · 5.9/10
- Free planboth
- Free trialboth
- Most featuresFilemail · 4 of 4
Filemail scores higher on our rubric for file transfer services: 5.9 against 5.6 out of 10; our editors rank them #32 and #35.
TransferNow leads on max file size: 10 GB versus 5 GB. Filemail offers custom branding; TransferNow doesn't.
Filemail is the better fit for broad file-transfer coverage with free access. TransferNow is the better fit for low-cost transfers across many platforms.
- Filemail fits best
Broad file-transfer coverage with free access
- TransferNow fits best
Low-cost transfers across many platforms
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Side by side
| Feature | Filemail 5.9/10 Visit ↗ | TransferNow 5.6/10 Visit ↗ |
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| At a glance | ||
| Editor score | 5.9 | 5.6 |
| Ranking | #32 in File Transfer Services | #35 in File Transfer Services |
| Best for | Broad file-transfer coverage with free access | Low-cost transfers across many platforms |
| Pricing model | Free plan + paid | Free plan + paid |
| Starting price | — | €3/mo |
| Free plan | ✓ | ✓ |
| Free trial | 7 days | 7 days |
| Free trial length | 7 days | 7 days |
| Deployment | Cloud, Desktop, Mobile | Cloud, Desktop, Mobile, Browser extension |
| Platforms | Web, Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android | Web, Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android, Chrome extension |
| Support | Email, Live chat, Tickets, Docs · 24/7 | Email, Docs |
| Compliance | GDPR, SSO/SAML, 2FA | SOC 2, GDPR, 2FA |
| Integrations | 4 integrations | 5 integrations |
| Built for | Solo, Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise | Solo, Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise |
| Features Filemail 4/4 · TransferNow 3/4 | ||
| Download tracking | ✓ | ✓ |
| API access | ✓ | ✓ |
| Custom branding | ✓ (best) | — |
| Desktop app | ✓ | ✓ |
| Specs | ||
| Max file size | 5 GB | 10 GB (best) |
| Link expiry | 30 days | 30 days |
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| Our verdict | Filemail is a file-transfer service for individuals, professionals, businesses, and enterprises. It supports email-based large-file transfers, secure shareable download links, receiving portals, file requests, and embedded website upload… Read the review → |
TransferNow is an online file-transfer service for individuals, freelancers, teams, and businesses that need to send or receive files by email, shareable link, request, or upload link. It combines transfers with download tracking, storage,… Read the review → |
Strengths and trade-offs
Filemail — where it wins
- Free transfers with tracking and 30-day file availability
- Receiving portals, file requests, forms, and custom branding
- Web, desktop, mobile, Outlook, and REST API coverage
Where it doesn't
- Free transfers are limited to 5 GB per transfer
- Free files are available for 30 days
- API access is described as coming soon
TransferNow — where it wins
- Free plan supports 5 GB transfers without sign-up
- Works across web, desktop, mobile, browsers, and API
- Includes tracking, encryption, antivirus scanning, and branding
Where it doesn't
- The listed 10 GB maximum limits very large single transfers
- Free transfers are available for only 7 days
- Enterprise pricing and limits are customized
- Filemail5.9/10 · Free plan · 7-day trial
A broad file-transfer service with free access and options for business workflows.
Visit FilemailFull verdict → - TransferNow5.6/10 · Free plan · 7-day trial
A low-cost transfer service with broad platform coverage, tracking, and branded delivery.
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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Nov 2026
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