Head-to-head · File Transfer Services
TransferNow vs Smash
TransferNow leads on 0 checks, Smash on 1, and 5 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 6 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.
Our verdict
- Highest scoreTransferNow · 5.6/10
- Free planboth
- Free trialonly TransferNow
- Most featuresSmash · 4 of 4
TransferNow scores higher on our rubric for file transfer services: 5.6 against 5.4 out of 10; our editors rank them #35 and #37.
Smash offers custom branding; TransferNow doesn't.
TransferNow is the better fit for low-cost transfers across many platforms. Smash is the better fit for unlimited transfers and business sharing.
- TransferNow fits best
Low-cost transfers across many platforms
- Smash fits best
Unlimited transfers and business sharing
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Side by side
| Feature | TransferNow 5.6/10 Visit ↗ | Smash 5.4/10 Visit ↗ |
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| At a glance | ||
| Editor score | 5.6 | 5.4 |
| Ranking | #35 in File Transfer Services | #37 in File Transfer Services |
| Best for | Low-cost transfers across many platforms | Unlimited transfers and business sharing |
| Pricing model | Free plan + paid | Free plan + paid |
| Starting price | €3/mo | $72/user/yr |
| Free plan | ✓ | ✓ |
| Free trial | 7 days | — |
| Deployment | Cloud, Desktop, Mobile, Browser extension | Cloud, Desktop, Mobile |
| Platforms | Web, Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android, Chrome extension | Web, macOS, iOS, Android |
| Support | Email, Docs | Email, Docs |
| Compliance | SOC 2, GDPR, 2FA | ISO 27001, GDPR |
| Integrations | 5 integrations | 1 integrations |
| Built for | Solo, Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise | Solo, Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise |
| Features TransferNow 3/4 · Smash 4/4 | ||
| Download tracking | ✓ | ✓ |
| API access | ✓ | ✓ |
| Custom branding | — | ✓ (best) |
| Desktop app | ✓ | ✓ |
| Specs | ||
| Max file size | 10 GB | Not checked yet |
| Link expiry | 30 days | 30 days |
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| Our verdict | TransferNow is an online file-transfer service for individuals, freelancers, teams, and businesses that need to send or receive files by email, shareable link, request, or upload link. It combines transfers with download tracking, storage,… Read the review → |
Smash is a file-transfer service for individuals, teams, and enterprises that send or receive large files and folders. Transfers can be shared by email or link, protected with passwords, tracked for views and downloads, and configured with… Read the review → |
Strengths and trade-offs
TransferNow — where it wins
- Free plan supports 5 GB transfers without sign-up
- Works across web, desktop, mobile, browsers, and API
- Includes tracking, encryption, antivirus scanning, and branding
Where it doesn't
- The listed 10 GB maximum limits very large single transfers
- Free transfers are available for only 7 days
- Enterprise pricing and limits are customized
Smash — where it wins
- Unlimited transfer size on Pro and Team plans
- Tracking, passwords, expiry dates, and branded transfer pages
- Web, macOS, iOS, Android, API, and Outlook support
Where it doesn't
- Free transfers are limited to 2 GB and expire after 7 days
- Pro includes one user account
- Enterprise pricing is custom
- TransferNow5.6/10 · Free plan · 7-day trial
A low-cost transfer service with broad platform coverage, tracking, and branded delivery.
Visit TransferNowFull verdict → - Smash5.4/10 · Free plan
A flexible file-transfer service with unlimited-size paid transfers and business sharing tools.
Visit SmashFull verdict →
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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Nov 2026
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