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FTP Server Software: Compare Features and Pricing

FTP server software lets people and organizations make files available for transfer over a network; the choice depends on supported protocols and how well its administration and access controls fit your setup.

Compare the platforms a server can run on, account and connection limits, virtual folders, web administration, automation APIs and audit logs. The board shows a signal score out of 10, plus marks for a public API, open-source code and a free tier.

  • 33 platforms
  • 19 with a free tier
  • Checked 23 Sept 2026
  1. 1
    A
    Avidemuxavidemux.sourceforge.net

    Free open-source video editor for simple cuts, filters, encoding, and scripted job queues.

    7.4 APIOpenFree Free tier
  2. 2
    C
    CompleteFTPenterprisedt.com

    CompleteFTP is a secure file server for transferring and sharing files in enterprise environments.

    6.6 APIOpenFree Free tier · $369 one-time
  3. 3
    FC
    FileZilla Clientfilezilla-project.org

    Free software for transferring files with FTP, FTPS, and SFTP on major computer systems.

    6.6 APIOpenFree Free tier
  4. 4
    GF
    Golang FTP Servergithub.com

    Free open-source FTP gateway linking clients with local disks, cloud drives, SFTP, email, or Telegram.

    6.5 APIOpenFree Free tier
  5. 5
    N
    NcFTPncftp.com

    NcFTP is a set of free application programs implementing the File Transfer Protocol (FTP).

    6.4 APIOpenFree Free tier
  6. 6
    S
    SFTPGosftpgo.com

    Managed service for moving files, storing data, and automating workflows; free plan available.

    6.4 APIOpenFree Free tier · from €50/mo
  7. 7
    SU
    Serv-U FTP Serversolarwinds.com

    Paid FTP server for Android, iOS, Linux, Windows, web, API, and self-hosted use; $55/mo annually.

    6.3 APIOpenFree —
  8. 8
    C
    CrushFTPcrushftp.com

    Paid file transfer software available on mobile devices, computers, and the web.

    6.3 APIOpenFree $70 one-time
  9. 9
    VS
    VShell Servervandyke.com

    Paid secure server for file transfer and remote administration across Linux, macOS, Windows, and web.

    6.3 APIOpenFree $599 one-time
  10. 10
    CF
    Core FTPcoreftp.com

    Windows file-transfer client with multiple protocols, synchronization, and scheduled transfers.

    6.3 APIOpenFree Free tier
  11. 11
    V
    vsftpdsecurity.appspot.com

    Free GPL FTP server for UNIX and Linux with per-user controls, limits, IPv6, and SSL encryption.

    6.3 APIOpenFree Free tier
  12. 12
    US
    uFTP serveruftpserver.com

    uFTP is a lightweight FTP server written in C for Unix/Linux and POSIX compliant operating systems.

    6.3 APIOpenFree Free tier
  13. 13
    P
    ProFTPDproftpd.org

    Free open-source FTP server for Linux with virtual hosts, anonymous access, and detailed configuration.

    6.3 APIOpenFree Free tier
  14. 14
    WF
    Wing FTP Serverwftpserver.com

    File-transfer server with FTP, FTPS, SFTP, browser tools, sharing links, scripts, and scheduled tasks.

    6.3 APIOpenFree Free tier · $199 one-time
  15. 15
    BS
    Bitvise SSH Serverbitvise.com

    Windows software for secure file transfers, terminal sessions, remote GUI access, and network tunneling.

    6.1 APIOpenFree Free tier
  16. 16
    G
    glFTPdglftpd.io

    glFTPd is an advanced FTP server for UNIX based systems.

    6.1 APIOpenFree Free tier
  17. 17
    PF
    Pure-FTPdpureftpd.org

    Free secure FTP server for Linux, macOS, and Windows with SSL/TLS and many login methods.

    6.1 APIOpenFree Free tier
  18. 18
    FS
    FileZilla Serverfilezilla-project.org

    FileZilla Server is a file transfer server that supports FTP and FTPS.

    6.1 APIOpenFree Free tier
  19. 19
    RT
    Rebex Tiny SFTP Serverrebex.net

    Small free Windows SFTP server that runs without installation for sharing or development tests.

    6.0 APIOpenFree Free tier
  20. 20
    RB
    Rebex Buru SFTP Serverrebex.net

    Buru SFTP Server lets users exchange files with Windows, Linux, and macOS machines using a server that runs on Windows.

    6.0 APIOpenFree Free tier · $399 one-time
  21. 21
    AF
    Apache FtpServermina.apache.org

    Free Java FTP server that runs standalone, as a Windows or Linux service, or inside Java apps.

    6.0 APIOpenFree Free tier
  22. 22
    ZS
    zFTPServer Suiteprovideserver.com
    5.9 APIOpenFree From €14,929/yr
  23. 23
    SF
    SolarWinds Free SFTP/SCP Serversolarwinds.com

    Free Windows tool for SFTP and SCP file moves, including router and switch configurations.

    5.9 APIOpenFree Free tier · from $4,019/yr
  24. 24
    R
    Rumpusmaxum.com

    Paid Mac or PC file transfer server supporting FTP, SFTP, FTPS, HTTP, HTTPS, and WebDAV.

    5.9 APIOpenFree From $150/yr
  25. 25
    WF
    WS_FTP Serverprogress.com

    WS_FTP Server is business-grade server software for secure FTP and file transfer.

    5.8 APIOpenFree $920 one-time

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How to choose

Which file transfer protocols does it need to support?

Start by matching the server's supported protocols to the systems that will send or receive files. The comparison includes protocols supported, so confirm the specific protocols you need before choosing.

Where does the server need to run?

Choose a server that supports the platform in your environment. The platform comparison covers Windows, Linux, macOS, web and self-hosted options; check the product details for its actual compatibility.

How many accounts and connections can it handle?

Check the user account limit and connection limit against your needs. Those limits help show whether a server can accommodate the people and simultaneous transfers you expect.

How will you manage folders and server activity?

Compare virtual folder support, web administration and audit logging. These details help you assess how you will organize access, administer the server and review recorded activity.

Does it offer an API for automation?

If another system needs to automate server tasks, check whether the product has an automation API. The board also marks public API availability; confirm that its capabilities fit your intended workflow.

Is there a free plan or trial?

Compare the free-plan mark and any listed starting price before deciding. A free tier and a free trial are different: check the product's terms to see what access is available and for how long.

Questions

What does FTP server software do?

It lets people or organizations make files available for transfer over a network. Compare protocols, platforms, account and connection limits, and administration features.

How do I choose FTP server software?

Match supported protocols and platforms to your setup, then check account and connection limits, folder and administration features, automation API access and pricing.

Is there free FTP server software?

The board marks whether a product has a free plan. Some products also list a free trial; check the product details because a trial and a free plan are not the same.

What does the FTP server signal score mean?

It is a score out of 10 based on maker-published information about use, a public API, documentation depth, open-source code and a free tier to try.

Can FTP server software run on Windows or Linux?

The platform comparison covers Windows and Linux, along with macOS, web and self-hosted options. Check a product's details to confirm its supported platforms.

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