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Head-to-head · File Sync Software

Resilio Connect vs GoodSync

  • Updated Sep 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 1 check side by side
Higher score Resilio Connect #4 in File Sync Software 7.4/10 Pricing on request ✓ 0 of 2 features Try Resilio Connect
GoodSync #9 in File Sync Software 6.8/10 Free plan · paid from $49.95/yr · 15-day trial Free plan✓ 0 of 2 features Visit GoodSync

Resilio Connect leads on 0 checks, GoodSync on 1, and 0 are 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 scoreResilio Connect · 7.4/10
  • Free planonly GoodSync

Resilio Connect scores higher on our rubric for file sync software: 7.4 against 6.8 out of 10; our editors rank them #4 and #9.

GoodSync offers free plan; Resilio Connect doesn't publish it.

Resilio Connect is the better fit for enterprises distributing files across locations. GoodSync is the better fit for cross-platform users needing automated sync and backup.

  • Resilio Connect fits best

    Enterprises distributing files across locations

  • GoodSync fits best

    Cross-platform users needing automated sync and backup

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Side by side

Feature Resilio Connect 7.4/10 Visit ↗ GoodSync 6.8/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 7.4 6.8
Ranking #4 in File Sync Software #9 in File Sync Software
Best for Enterprises distributing files across locations Cross-platform users needing automated sync and backup
Pricing model Paid Free plan + paid
Starting price Not published Not published
Free plan Not published ✓ (best)
Free trial — —
Deployment Self-hosted, Desktop Desktop, Cloud, Mobile
Platforms Web, Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android
Support Tickets, Docs Tickets, Email, Live chat, Phone, Docs · 24/7
Integrations 4 integrations 12 integrations
Built for Mid-market, Enterprise Solo, Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise
Features Resilio Connect 0/2 · GoodSync 0/2
Selective sync Not published Not published
Encryption at rest Not published Not published
Specs
Sync method Not published Not published
Supported platforms Not published Not published
Version history Not published Not published
Max file size Not published Not published
Our review
Pros
  • Peer-to-peer transfers support distribution across LAN and WAN networks.
  • Central console manages agents, deployments, jobs, schedules, and bandwidth.
  • Deduplication, selective sync, and encrypted transfers support controlled replication.
  • Two-way sync and one-way backup jobs with scheduled or real-time automation
  • Version history, recovery of replaced files, and AES-256 backup encryption
  • Supports desktop, mobile, servers, NAS, and many cloud or transfer protocols
Cons
  • Contact-sales, quote-based licensing is less accessible to small teams.
  • Self-hosted, agent-based deployment requires managing infrastructure and endpoints.
  • Its enterprise synchronization focus may exceed simpler file-sharing needs.
  • Free personal edition is limited to 3 jobs and 100 files per installation
  • Workstation licensing starts at $49.95 per workstation per year
  • File-based backup does not provide disk-image backup
Our verdict

Resilio Connect is an agent-based file synchronization and distribution platform for enterprises moving files among servers, offices, cloud environments, and remote endpoints. Its peer-to-peer approach supports distribution, consolidation,…

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GoodSync is file backup and synchronization software for individuals and businesses that need to move files between computers, servers, storage locations, and online services. It supports Windows, macOS, Linux/Unix servers, iOS, Android,…

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  1. Resilio ConnectFile Sync Software 7.4Pricing on request
  2. GoodSyncFile Sync Software 6.8Free plan · paid from $49.95/yr · 15-day trial

Strengths and trade-offs

  • Resilio Connect — where it wins

    • Peer-to-peer transfers support distribution across LAN and WAN networks.
    • Central console manages agents, deployments, jobs, schedules, and bandwidth.
    • Deduplication, selective sync, and encrypted transfers support controlled replication.

    Where it doesn't

    • Contact-sales, quote-based licensing is less accessible to small teams.
    • Self-hosted, agent-based deployment requires managing infrastructure and endpoints.
    • Its enterprise synchronization focus may exceed simpler file-sharing needs.

  • GoodSync — where it wins

    • Two-way sync and one-way backup jobs with scheduled or real-time automation
    • Version history, recovery of replaced files, and AES-256 backup encryption
    • Supports desktop, mobile, servers, NAS, and many cloud or transfer protocols

    Where it doesn't

    • Free personal edition is limited to 3 jobs and 100 files per installation
    • Workstation licensing starts at $49.95 per workstation per year
    • File-based backup does not provide disk-image backup
  • Resilio Connect7.4/10 · Pricing on request

    Centrally managed, WAN-optimized file distribution for organizations with dispersed systems.

    Try Resilio ConnectFull verdict →
  • GoodSync6.8/10 · Free plan · paid from $49.95/yr · 15-day trial

    GoodSync combines scheduled sync, backup, recovery, and broad storage connectivity.

    Visit GoodSyncFull verdict →

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Sep 2026

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