CData Arc
8.2#8 in file transfer servicesFrom $35,000 a yearWebAPILinuxmacOS
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IBM Sterling Secure File Transfer
6.6#7 in managed file transfer - midmarket softwareWebAPILinuxSelf-hosted
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| Fact | CData Arc | IBM Sterling Secure File Transfer |
|---|---|---|
| Deployment | Arc can run as SaaS, on premises or in a private cloud, including AWS and Azure deployments. | IBM describes deployment options for on-premises, cloud, and hybrid-cloud environments, including Kubernetes-based containers. |
| Rating on G2 | 4.5 out of 5 from 56 reviews. | 4.5 out of 5 from 2 reviews |
| Rating on Gartner Peer Insights | 5.0 out of 5 from 1 rating. | 4.8 out of 5 from 3 reviews |
CData Arc plans
- Arc MFT Unlimited$35,000 a year
- EnterprisePriced on request
- ProfessionalPriced on request
- StandardPriced on request
IBM Sterling Secure File Transfer plans
- ContainerPriced on request
- EssentialsPriced on request
- PremiumPriced on request
- StandardPriced on request
Pick CData Arc if…
It suits organizations coordinating data workflows across web and desktop environments, especially those needing transformation, synchronization, on-premises connectors, or API management. Teams can choose among three feature-based plans.
Pick IBM Sterling Secure File Transfer if…
IBM positions Essentials for small and mid-size businesses, while Standard and Premium are intended for medium-to-large and enterprise organizations. It suits teams managing automated file exchanges and requiring centralized transfer visibility and security controls.