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Head-to-head · File Sharing Software

Nextcloud Files vs Tresorit

  • Updated Oct 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 1 check side by side
Higher score Nextcloud Files #4 in File Sharing Software 8.8/10 Free plan Free plan✓ 0 of 2 features Visit Nextcloud
Tresorit #7 in File Sharing Software 8.5/10 Free plan · 14-day trial Free planFree trial✓ 0 of 2 features Visit Tresorit

Nextcloud Files leads on 0 checks, Tresorit on 0, and 1 is even. Who comes out ahead on the 1 yes/no, price and count check where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.

Our verdict

  • Highest scoreNextcloud Files · 8.8/10
  • Free planboth
  • Free trialonly Tresorit

Nextcloud Files scores higher on our rubric for file sharing software: 8.8 against 8.5 out of 10; our editors rank them #4 and #7.

Nextcloud Files is the better fit for open-source self-hosting. Tresorit is the better fit for privacy-focused businesses.

  • Nextcloud Files fits best

    Open-source self-hosting

  • Tresorit fits best

    Privacy-focused businesses

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Side by side

Feature Nextcloud Files 8.8/10 Visit ↗ Tresorit 8.5/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 8.8 8.5
Ranking #4 in File Sharing Software #7 in File Sharing Software
Best for Open-source self-hosting Privacy-focused businesses
Pricing model Free plan + paid Free plan + paid
Starting price €53.17/user/yr —
Free plan ✓ ✓
Free trial — 14 days
Deployment Cloud, Self-hosted, Desktop, Mobile Cloud, Desktop, Mobile
Platforms Web, Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android Web, Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android
Support Email, Phone, Community, Docs Email, Live chat, Tickets, Docs
Compliance GDPR, SSO/SAML, 2FA ISO 27001, GDPR, HIPAA, 2FA
Integrations 7 integrations 4 integrations
Built for Solo, Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise Solo, Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise
Features Nextcloud Files 0/2 · Tresorit 0/2
Password-protected links Not checked yet Not checked yet
Guest uploads Not checked yet Not checked yet
Specs
Included storage Not checked yet Not checked yet
Maximum file size Not checked yet Not checked yet
Version history Not checked yet Not checked yet
Link expiry Not checked yet Not checked yet
App coverage Not checked yet Not checked yet
Our review
Pros
  • Open-source deployment across web, desktop, mobile and private infrastructure
  • Federated sharing, version history, quotas and rule-based access controls
  • Encryption plus integrations with SharePoint, FTP, NFS and object storage
  • Zero-knowledge encryption protects stored files from readable access
  • Encrypted sharing, file requests, and data rooms support confidential work
  • Business controls include SSO, user management, and audit logs
Cons
  • Enterprise subscriptions require at least 100 users
  • Pricing is billed annually in euros
  • Storage capacity depends on infrastructure and administrator configuration
  • The Basic plan provides just 3 GB of encrypted storage
  • Basic limits individual files to 500 MB
  • Personal Lite supports synchronization across only 2 devices
Our verdict

Nextcloud Files is open-source cloud storage and file-sharing software for individuals, teams, organizations and enterprises. It supports web access, desktop synchronization, Android and iOS apps, public and group sharing, federated…

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Tresorit is a cloud storage and collaboration platform for individuals, teams, and enterprises handling confidential information. Its core offering combines end-to-end encrypted storage, synchronization, encrypted sharing, file requests,…

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  1. Nextcloud FilesFile Sharing Software 8.8Free plan
  2. TresoritFile Sharing Software 8.5Free plan · 14-day trial

Strengths and trade-offs

  • Nextcloud Files — where it wins

    • Open-source deployment across web, desktop, mobile and private infrastructure
    • Federated sharing, version history, quotas and rule-based access controls
    • Encryption plus integrations with SharePoint, FTP, NFS and object storage

    Where it doesn't

    • Enterprise subscriptions require at least 100 users
    • Pricing is billed annually in euros
    • Storage capacity depends on infrastructure and administrator configuration

  • Tresorit — where it wins

    • Zero-knowledge encryption protects stored files from readable access
    • Encrypted sharing, file requests, and data rooms support confidential work
    • Business controls include SSO, user management, and audit logs

    Where it doesn't

    • The Basic plan provides just 3 GB of encrypted storage
    • Basic limits individual files to 500 MB
    • Personal Lite supports synchronization across only 2 devices
  • Nextcloud Files8.8/10 · Free plan

    Open-source file sharing with deep controls, broad platform coverage and self-hosting.

    Visit NextcloudFull verdict →
  • Tresorit8.5/10 · Free plan · 14-day trial

    A privacy-focused file-sharing platform with encryption, collaboration, and business controls.

    Visit TresoritFull verdict →

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026

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