Filen vs Synology Drive

Filen Zero-knowledge end-to-end encrypted cloud storage made in Germany with generous free tier.

Synology Drive Private cloud file sync and sharing solution running on Synology NAS hardware.

Quick Facts

FilenCompanySynology

2020Year Launched2018

FreePricing ModelFree

YesOpen SourceNo

File Storage & SyncCategoryFile Storage & Sync

iOS, Android, WebPlatformsmacOS, Windows, Web

Filen

CompanyFilen

Year Launched2020

Pricing ModelFree

Open SourceYes

CategoryFile Storage & Sync

PlatformsiOS, Android, Web

Synology Drive

CompanySynology

Year Launched2018

Pricing ModelFree

Open SourceNo

CategoryFile Storage & Sync

PlatformsmacOS, Windows, Web

Filen

Free

Open Source: Free/One-time

Synology Drive

Free

Free: $0/one-time

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