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Head-to-head · File Sync Software

Resilio Connect vs Resilio Sync

  • 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
Resilio Sync #7 in File Sync Software 6.9/10 Free plan Free plan✓ 0 of 2 features Visit Resilio

Resilio Connect leads on 0 checks, Resilio Sync 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 Resilio Sync

Resilio Connect scores higher on our rubric for file sync software: 7.4 against 6.9 out of 10; our editors rank them #4 and #7.

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

Resilio Connect is the better fit for enterprises distributing files across locations. Resilio Sync is the better fit for people syncing folders directly across personal devices.

  • Resilio Connect fits best

    Enterprises distributing files across locations

  • Resilio Sync fits best

    People syncing folders directly across personal devices

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Side by side

Feature Resilio Connect 7.4/10 Visit ↗ Resilio Sync 6.9/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 7.4 6.9
Ranking #4 in File Sync Software #7 in File Sync Software
Best for Enterprises distributing files across locations People syncing folders directly across personal devices
Pricing model Paid Free
Starting price Not published Not published
Free plan Not published ✓ (best)
Free trial — —
Deployment Self-hosted, Desktop Self-hosted, Desktop, Mobile
Platforms Web, Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android
Support Tickets, Docs Tickets, Community, Docs
Built for Mid-market, Enterprise Solo, Small business
Features Resilio Connect 0/2 · Resilio Sync 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 Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android, NAS
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.
  • Syncs folders directly between desktop and mobile devices
  • Selective Sync lets users download files on demand
  • Share links and QR codes with read-only or read-write permissions
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.
  • Focused on device sync rather than broader cloud integrations
  • Free license is for personal, non-commercial use
  • No new Sync Business plans or trials are offered
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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Resilio Sync is a peer-to-peer file synchronization and sharing product for individuals and households that want files kept in sync across computers, phones, and storage devices without relying on cloud storage. It is available for…

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  1. Resilio ConnectFile Sync Software 7.4Pricing on request
  2. Resilio SyncFile Sync Software 6.9Free plan

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.

  • Resilio Sync — where it wins

    • Syncs folders directly between desktop and mobile devices
    • Selective Sync lets users download files on demand
    • Share links and QR codes with read-only or read-write permissions

    Where it doesn't

    • Focused on device sync rather than broader cloud integrations
    • Free license is for personal, non-commercial use
    • No new Sync Business plans or trials are offered
  • Resilio Connect7.4/10 · Pricing on request

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

    Try Resilio ConnectFull verdict →
  • Resilio Sync6.9/10 · Free plan

    A free, device-to-device sync tool for personal files, with selective downloads and sharing controls.

    Visit ResilioFull verdict →

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Sep 2026

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