Head-to-head · Managed File Transfer Software
OpenText Managed File Transfer vs SFTPPlus
OpenText Managed File Transfer leads on 0 checks, SFTPPlus on 0, and 4 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 4 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.
Our verdict
- Highest scoreOpenText Managed File Transfer · 7.4/10
OpenText Managed File Transfer scores higher on our rubric for managed file transfer software: 7.4 against 6.3 out of 10; our editors rank them #6 and #16.
OpenText Managed File Transfer is the better fit for trading-partner and ERP-connected MFT. SFTPPlus is the better fit for broad protocol and identity coverage.
- OpenText Managed File Transfer fits best
Trading-partner and ERP-connected MFT
- SFTPPlus fits best
Broad protocol and identity coverage
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Side by side
| Feature | OpenText Managed File Transfer 7.4/10 Visit ↗ | SFTPPlus 6.3/10 Visit ↗ |
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| At a glance | ||
| Editor score | 7.4 | 6.3 |
| Ranking | #6 in Managed File Transfer Software | #16 in Managed File Transfer Software |
| Best for | Trading-partner and ERP-connected MFT | Broad protocol and identity coverage |
| Pricing model | Paid | Paid |
| Starting price | Not published | Not published |
| Free plan | Not published | — |
| Free trial | — | — |
| Deployment | Cloud, Self-hosted | Cloud, Self-hosted |
| Platforms | Web | Web, Windows, macOS, Linux |
| Support | Email, Phone, Tickets, Community, Docs | Email, Phone, Docs |
| Integrations | 6 integrations | 16 integrations |
| Built for | Enterprise | Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise |
| Features OpenText Managed File Transfer 3/3 · SFTPPlus 3/3 | ||
| Workflow automation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Audit trail | ✓ | ✓ |
| API access | ✓ | ✓ |
| Specs | ||
| Protocol support | Broad | Broad |
| Deployment options | Hybrid | Hybrid |
| Managed connectors | Not published | Not published |
| Maximum file size | Not published | Not published |
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| Our verdict | OpenText Managed File Transfer is an enterprise solution for exchanging files among internal systems, customers, suppliers, and trading partners. It suits organizations that need centralized control over file movement, automated transfer… Read the review → |
SFTPPlus is managed file transfer software for organizations exchanging files among internal systems, customers, suppliers, trading partners, and cloud services. It combines server-side transfer services with client-side orchestration,… Read the review → |
Strengths and trade-offs
OpenText Managed File Transfer — where it wins
- Centralizes transfer management, automation, monitoring, and audit trails
- Supports encryption, access controls, large-file transfers, and partner management
- Connects with ERP, CRM, WMS, Outlook, browsers, APIs, and Trading Grid
Where it doesn't
- Pricing requires contact with sales
- Presented as a portfolio rather than one standardized plan
- Deployment options vary across the product portfolio
SFTPPlus — where it wins
- Supports SFTP, FTPS, SCP, HTTPS, AS2, WebDAV, and more
- Automates scheduled and event-triggered transfers with retries
- Connects with LDAP, Entra ID, Okta, cloud storage, and databases
Where it doesn't
- Starts at $1,900 per installation
- No free plan is available
- Broader deployment and orchestration features may exceed narrow-use needs
- OpenText Managed File Transfer7.4/10 · Pricing on request
A broad enterprise MFT portfolio for automated, audited partner and ERP file exchange.
Visit OpenTextFull verdict → - SFTPPlus6.3/10 · From $1,900 · 30-day trial
A broad, automation-focused MFT platform with a high starting price for smaller deployments.
Visit SFTPPlusFull verdict →
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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Sep 2026
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