LucidLink
7.1#3 in distributed file system softwareFrom $7 a monthAndroidiOSWebExtension
VisitLucidLink vs OrangeFS
What both publish
| Fact | LucidLink | OrangeFS |
|---|---|---|
| Security | LucidLink says files are encrypted end to end using AES-256 and that customers control the keys under its zero-knowledge model. | The product lists capability-based security and its documentation describes default, key-based, and certificate-based security modes. |
| Support | The pricing page lists Slack community support for Starter, Standard support for Business, and Premium 24/7 support for Enterprise. | Community support is available through the mailing list, and the maker offers commercial and research support. |
LucidLink plans
- Starter$7 a month
- Business—
- EnterprisePriced on request
OrangeFS plans
- OrangeFS open sourceFree
- OrangeFS support and servicesPriced on request
Pick LucidLink if…
LucidLink suits teams collaborating on large files, including people using supported creative and design tools. Its plans specify member and storage limits, so teams should check those against their needs.
Pick OrangeFS if…
OrangeFS suits teams managing large parallel storage workloads, particularly in HPC, Big Data, streaming video, genomics, or bioinformatics. It is aimed at users able to work with self-hosted storage and its listed interfaces.