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Head-to-head · Self-Hosted Cloud Storage Software

ownCloud vs ProjectSend

  • Updated Oct 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 2 checks side by side
Higher score ownCloud #3 in Self-Hosted Cloud Storage Software 9.0/10 Free plan · 30-day trial Free planFree trial✓ 1 of 2 features Visit ownCloud
ProjectSend #8 in Self-Hosted Cloud Storage Software 8.1/10 Free plan Free plan✓ 0 of 2 features Visit ProjectSend

ownCloud leads on 0 checks, ProjectSend on 0, and 2 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 2 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.

Our verdict

  • Highest scoreownCloud · 9.0/10
  • Free planboth
  • Free trialonly ownCloud
  • Most featuresownCloud · 1 of 2

ownCloud scores higher on our rubric for self-hosted cloud storage software: 9.0 against 8.1 out of 10; our editors rank them #3 and #8.

ownCloud is the better fit for organizations seeking flexible file access and control. ProjectSend is the better fit for teams sharing deliverables through a client portal.

  • ownCloud fits best

    Organizations seeking flexible file access and control

  • ProjectSend fits best

    Teams sharing deliverables through a client portal

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Side by side

Feature ownCloud 9.0/10 Visit ↗ ProjectSend 8.1/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 9.0 8.1
Ranking #3 in Self-Hosted Cloud Storage Software #8 in Self-Hosted Cloud Storage Software
Best for Organizations seeking flexible file access and control Teams sharing deliverables through a client portal
Pricing model Free plan + paid Free
Starting price — Free
Free plan ✓ ✓
Free trial 30 days —
Deployment Cloud, Self-hosted Self-hosted, Cloud
Platforms Web, Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android Web
Support Email, Phone, Community, Docs Community, Docs
Compliance GDPR, SSO/SAML, 2FA 2FA
Built for Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise Solo, Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise
Features ownCloud 1/2 · ProjectSend 0/2
File versioning ✓ (best) Not checked yet
Collaborative editing Not checked yet Not checked yet
Specs
Deployment options Not checked yet Not checked yet
File sync clients Not checked yet Not checked yet
Maximum file size Not checked yet Not checked yet
Our review
Pros
  • Syncs files across desktop and mobile, with browser-based access
  • Supports internal, external, and federated sharing with version rollback
  • Connects to external storage, office tools, and LDAP/Active Directory
  • Client and group accounts support per-client storage quotas.
  • Clients can access assigned files and upload files back.
  • Expiration dates, download limits, and activity logs support controlled sharing.
Cons
  • Paid Standard and Enterprise editions are quote-based
  • Standard support is limited to 9×5 email
  • Hosted plans specify storage allowances and user thresholds
  • Its feature set centers on client sharing, not cross-device cloud sync.
  • Self-hosting requires your organization to host the software.
  • Support channels are community and documentation.
Our verdict

ownCloud is open-source software for syncing, sharing, and collaborating on organizational files. It suits teams that want file access across browsers, desktop clients, and mobile apps, while choosing between self-managed deployment and…

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ProjectSend is an open-source client portal for privately sharing files with clients, partners, and teams. Organizations can host it on their own infrastructure or use ProjectSend Cloud. Its client accounts, groups, file assignment, and…

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  1. ownCloudSelf-Hosted Cloud Storage Software 9.0Free plan · 30-day trial
  2. ProjectSendSelf-Hosted Cloud Storage Software 8.1Free plan

Strengths and trade-offs

  • ownCloud — where it wins

    • Syncs files across desktop and mobile, with browser-based access
    • Supports internal, external, and federated sharing with version rollback
    • Connects to external storage, office tools, and LDAP/Active Directory

    Where it doesn't

    • Paid Standard and Enterprise editions are quote-based
    • Standard support is limited to 9×5 email
    • Hosted plans specify storage allowances and user thresholds

  • ProjectSend — where it wins

    • Client and group accounts support per-client storage quotas.
    • Clients can access assigned files and upload files back.
    • Expiration dates, download limits, and activity logs support controlled sharing.

    Where it doesn't

    • Its feature set centers on client sharing, not cross-device cloud sync.
    • Self-hosting requires your organization to host the software.
    • Support channels are community and documentation.

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026

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