BackendsideFTP
6.2#29 in ftp and sftp clientsFree planFree planWindows
VisitBackendsideFTP vs Cyberduck
What both publish
| Fact | BackendsideFTP | Cyberduck |
|---|---|---|
| Authentication | Connections can use a password or an SSH private key. | SFTP supports strong ciphers, public-key authentication and two-factor authentication. |
| Credential storage | Saved site passwords are protected with Windows encryption tied to the user's account and are not written to disk in plain text. | Passwords are stored in the system Keychain and certificates are validated using Keychain trust settings. |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Protocol coverage | ftp-ftps-sftp | multi-protocol |
| Protocols | It supports FTP, FTPS with explicit or implicit TLS, and SFTP over SSH. | It supports FTP, SFTP, WebDAV, SMB, OpenStack Swift, Google Cloud Storage, Amazon S3, Azure, Backblaze B2, OneDrive, SharePoint, Google Drive, Box, Dropbox and other services. |
| Supported platforms | windows | cross-platform |
BackendsideFTP plans
- FreeFree
- BackendsideFTPFree
Cyberduck plans
- Registration key$10 a month
- Free softwareFree
- Registration key contribution$10, paid once
Pick BackendsideFTP if…
It suits Windows users who transfer files through FTP, FTPS, or SFTP. It is also useful for people managing several server connections and wanting saved profiles or quick one-off connections.
Pick Cyberduck if…
Cyberduck suits Mac and Windows users who need to browse servers or cloud storage and transfer or synchronize files across supported services. It may also suit users who prefer GPL-licensed software without an account requirement.