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Head-to-head · File Sync Software

Resilio Sync vs GoodSync

  • Updated Oct 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 1 check side by side
Higher score Resilio Sync #6 in File Sync Software 8.7/10 Free plan Free plan✓ 0 of 2 features Visit Resilio
GoodSync #8 in File Sync Software 8.5/10 Free plan · 15-day trial Free planFree trial✓ 0 of 2 features Visit GoodSync

Resilio Sync leads on 0 checks, GoodSync 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 scoreResilio Sync · 8.7/10
  • Free planboth
  • Free trialonly GoodSync

Resilio Sync scores higher on our rubric for file sync software: 8.7 against 8.5 out of 10; our editors rank them #6 and #8.

Resilio Sync is the better fit for people syncing folders directly across personal devices. GoodSync is the better fit for cross-platform users needing automated sync and backup.

  • Resilio Sync fits best

    People syncing folders directly across personal devices

  • GoodSync fits best

    Cross-platform users needing automated sync and backup

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Side by side

Feature Resilio Sync 8.7/10 Visit ↗ GoodSync 8.5/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 8.7 8.5
Ranking #6 in File Sync Software #8 in File Sync Software
Best for People syncing folders directly across personal devices Cross-platform users needing automated sync and backup
Pricing model Free Free plan + paid
Starting price Free plan $49.95/device/yr
Free plan ✓ ✓
Free trial — 15 days
Deployment Self-hosted, Desktop, Mobile Desktop, Cloud, Mobile
Platforms Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android
Support Tickets, Community, Docs Tickets, Email, Live chat, Phone, Docs · 24/7
Built for Solo, Small business Solo, Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise
Features Resilio Sync 0/2 · GoodSync 0/2
Selective sync Not checked yet Not checked yet
Encryption at rest Not checked yet Not checked yet
Specs
Sync method Not checked yet Not checked yet
Supported platforms Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android, NAS Not checked yet
Version history Not checked yet Not checked yet
Max file size Not checked yet Not checked yet
Our review
Pros
  • 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
  • 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
  • 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
  • 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 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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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 SyncFile Sync Software 8.7Free plan
  2. GoodSyncFile Sync Software 8.5Free plan · 15-day trial

Strengths and trade-offs

  • 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

  • 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 Sync8.7/10 · Free plan

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

    Visit ResilioFull verdict →
  • GoodSync8.5/10 · Free plan · 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 Oct 2026

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