Filen
8.6#2 in cloud storage servicesFrom €1.99 a monthFree planAndroidiOSWebAPI
VisitFilen vs Plient
What both publish
| Fact | Filen | Plient |
|---|---|---|
| Collaboration | Filen offers encrypted notes with rich text, code, Markdown, and checklist options, plus end-to-end encrypted chats. | Plient offers shared drives, granular permissions, password-protected links with expiry, and file requests. |
| Encryption | Files are encrypted on the client with AES-GCM 256-bit encryption before upload. | Files are encrypted on the client with AES-256-GCM before upload, using a zero-knowledge key model. |
| Headquarters | Recklinghausen, Germany | Austin, Texas, United States |
| Integrations | The CLI and desktop client can run local WebDAV and S3-compatible mirror servers. | The in-app marketplace lists Google Workspace, OnlyOffice, iDrive E2, Backblaze B2, and AWS S3. |
| Product | Filen is a zero-knowledge, client-side end-to-end encrypted cloud storage service. | Plient is an encrypted file storage and collaboration platform with office document editing, WebDAV, a CLI, and an app marketplace. |
Filen plans
- Pro I€1.99 a month
- Pro II€3.99 a month
- Pro III€8.99 a month
- Pro X€39.99 a month
- FreeFree
- Free accountFree
Plient plans
- FreeFree
- Pro$9 a month
- Business$25 a month
Pick Filen if…
Filen suits people and organizations seeking encrypted cloud storage, including developers who want SDKs, an API, or command-line tools. Its notes, chats, and offline mobile files may also suit users who want those functions alongside storage.
Pick Plient if…
Plient suits individuals and teams who need encrypted file storage, document editing, or shared drives. It also offers self-hosting, WebDAV, and CLI access for users who need those options.