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High Speed File Transfer Software

High speed file transfer software moves files between people, systems, or locations; the choice depends on transfer speed features and fit with your platforms and workflows.

The board shows a signal score out of 10, plus marks for API access, open-source code, and a free tier. Compare those with file-size limits, resumable transfers, and desktop support.

  • 15 platforms
  • 6 with a public API on this page
  • 3 with a free tier
  • Checked 28 Sept 2026
  1. 1
    M
    MASVmasv.io

    A file-transfer service for web, desktop, and API use, with a free plan and paid options.

    7.9 APIOpenFree Free tier · from $0.25/mo
  2. 2
    SM
    Signiant Media Shuttlesigniant.com

    A file-transfer service for web, desktop, mobile, and API use, with download tracking.

    7.1 APIOpenFree From $13,000/yr
  3. 3
    JM
    JSCAPE MFT Serverjscape.com

    A managed transfer server with API access and support for protocols including SFTP, FTP/S, and HTTP/S.

    6.5 APIOpenFree —
  4. 4
    RA
    Resilio Active Everywhereresilio.com

    File-access software for organizations to reach files across sites and devices.

    6.3 APIOpenFree From $25,000/mo
  5. 5
    F
    Filemailfilemail.com

    A file-sharing service with a free plan, API access, and a 5 GB file limit.

    6.3 APIOpenFree Free tier
  6. 6
    B
    Binferbinfer.com

    Self-hosted software for secure file sharing and syncing, with download tracking and custom branding.

    6.2 APIOpenFree From $8/mo
  7. 7
    E
    ExpeDatdataexpedition.com

    File-transfer software for existing workflows, available on desktop, mobile, and through an API.

    5.9 APIOpenFree From $3,000/mo
  8. 8
    R
    Raysyncraysync.io

    A file-transfer service with API access and download tracking, from $99 per month.

    5.8 APIOpenFree From $600/yr
  9. 9
    AS
    Axway SecureTransportaxway.com

    Managed file-transfer software with an API; pricing is available on request.

    5.2 APIOpenFree —
  10. 10
    GT
    Globus Transferglobus.org
    5.2 APIOpenFree Free tier
  11. 11
    SF
    Signiant Flight Decksigniant.com

    A file-transfer service with broad protocol support, API access, and hybrid deployment.

    4.5 APIOpenFree —
  12. 12
    IA
    IBM Aspera High-Speed Transfer Serveribm.com

    A file-transfer server for Linux, Mac, and Windows, with hybrid deployment and pricing on request.

    4.4 APIOpenFree —
  13. 13
    SJ
    Signiant Jetsigniant.com

    A file-transfer service with API access, workflow automation, and hybrid deployment.

    4.4 APIOpenFree —
  14. 14
    AF
    Amove Fastramove.io

    File-transfer software for Linux, Mac, and Windows that resumes interrupted transfers and has an API.

    4.3 APIOpenFree —
  15. 15
    T
    TIXstreamtixeltec.com

    A file-transfer product with pricing available on request.

    3.8 APIOpenFree —

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How to choose

Which platforms does it need to run on?

Choose a tool that supports the operating systems and access methods your team uses, such as Linux, Windows, macOS, web, or self-hosted deployment.

If you need to connect transfers to another app, check for API access rather than assuming a desktop or web option will cover that workflow.

What transfer features should I compare?

Compare acceleration protocol, maximum file size, resumable transfers, and concurrent transfers against the work you need to do.

Resumable transfers can continue after an interruption; SFTP support may matter if your workflow depends on that transfer method.

How should I compare plans and trials?

Check whether a tool has a free plan, a free trial, or paid pricing, and note how its price is presented. Some pricing is available on request.

For example, Binfer lists a price from $8 per user per month and a 15-day trial, while ExpeDat lists pricing from $3,000 per month and a 5-day trial.

Do I need an API, open-source code, or a free tier?

An API can connect transfer tasks with other software. Open-source code can matter if you need to inspect or change the software; check the license before choosing.

A free tier can help you assess a tool before paying, while a trial offers a time-limited way to try it. Check the plan terms for the tool you are considering.

Questions

What should I compare when choosing high speed file transfer software?

Compare acceleration protocol, maximum file size, resumable and concurrent transfers, desktop platforms, API access, and SFTP support.

What does a resumable file transfer do?

It lets a transfer continue after an interruption instead of requiring the file to start over.

Why does file transfer software need an API?

An API can connect transfer tasks to other software or workflows. Check whether the tool supports API access if that connection matters to you.

What is the difference between a free plan and a free trial?

A free plan is an ongoing plan with no charge; a free trial lets you try a paid tool for a limited period. Check the terms for details.

Should I choose file transfer software with SFTP support?

Choose SFTP support if your workflow requires that transfer method; otherwise, compare it with the other protocol and transfer features you need.

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