Resilio Sync vs QNAP Qsync

Resilio Sync6.9Visit QNAP Qsync6.8Visit

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

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QNAP Qsync #8 in File Sync Software 6.8/10 Free plan Free plan✓ 1 of 2 features Visit QNAP

• Resilio Sync fits best

  People syncing folders directly across personal devices

• QNAP Qsync fits best

  QNAP NAS users syncing linked devices

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Side by side

Feature	Resilio Sync 6.9/10 Visit ↗	QNAP Qsync 6.8/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score	6.9	6.8
Ranking	#7 in File Sync Software	#8 in File Sync Software
Best for	People syncing folders directly across personal devices	QNAP NAS users syncing linked devices
Pricing model	Free	Free
Starting price	Not published	Not published
Free plan	✓	✓
Free trial	—	—
Deployment	Self-hosted, Desktop, Mobile	Self-hosted, Desktop, Mobile, Cloud
Platforms	Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android	Web, Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android
Support	Tickets, Community, Docs	Docs
Built for	Solo, Small business	Solo, Small business, Mid-market
Features Resilio Sync 0/2 · QNAP Qsync 1/2
Selective sync	Not published	✓ (best)
Encryption at rest	Not published	Not published
Specs
Sync method	Not published	Cloud
Supported platforms	Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android, NAS	Windows, macOS, Ubuntu, Android, iOS
Version history	Not published	Not published
Max file size	Not published	Not published
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	Real-time, one-way, two-way, offline, selective, and space-saving sync Version recovery, backup jobs, team folders, and permission-based sharing Desktop and mobile support across Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, and Android
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	Requires a QNAP NAS running Qsync Central Not a standalone hosted storage service Support is provided through documentation channels
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… Read the review →	QNAP Qsync is a file synchronization and backup service that turns a QNAP NAS into a private cloud. Qsync Central runs on the NAS, Qsync Client handles desktop synchronization, and Qsync Pro or Qfile Pro provides mobile access. It is… Read the review →

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

• QNAP Qsync — where it wins

  • Real-time, one-way, two-way, offline, selective, and space-saving sync
  • Version recovery, backup jobs, team folders, and permission-based sharing
  • Desktop and mobile support across Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, and Android

  Where it doesn't

  • Requires a QNAP NAS running Qsync Central
  • Not a standalone hosted storage service
  • Support is provided through documentation channels

• 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 →
• QNAP Qsync6.8/10 · Free plan

  A free, QNAP-centered sync service with flexible modes, version recovery, and mobile access.

  Visit QNAPFull verdict →