Serv-U FTP Server
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Xlight FTP Server
6.5#19 in ftp server software$39.95 one-timeFree planSelf-hostedWindows
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| Fact | Serv-U FTP Server | Xlight FTP Server |
|---|---|---|
| Authentication | The MFT edition adds Active Directory, LDAP and database authentication, while FTP Server is aimed at smaller deployments. | It can authenticate users through Active Directory, LDAP, or an external database accessed through ODBC. |
| Integrations | Serv-U can use ODBC-compliant databases such as Microsoft SQL Server and MySQL and can integrate with Active Directory or LDAP servers. | It supports email notifications, database stored procedures, and launching programs after file upload, download, or deletion. |
| Protocols | The FTP Server edition supports FTP and FTPS over IPv4 and IPv6; the comparison page lists HTTP as included as well. | It supports FTP, FTPS using explicit or implicit SSL, and SFTP (SSH2), with SFTP sold as an optional add-on for paid editions. |
| Purpose | Serv-U FTP Server provides FTP and FTPS file transfers for organizations. | Xlight is a Windows FTP and SFTP server for file transfer, described as portable with low memory and CPU usage. |
Serv-U FTP Server plans
- Serv-U FTP Server$55 a month
- Serv-U File Transfer Protocol Server$55
- Serv-U Gateway$111 a month
- Serv-U Managed File Transfer Server$335 a month
Xlight FTP Server plans
- Personal EditionFree
- Standard Edition$39.95, paid once
- SFTP(SSH2) Add-On Module$60, paid once
- Standard Edition + SFTP(SSH2) Add-On$99.95, paid once
- Professional Edition$129.95, paid once
- Professional Edition + SFTP(SSH2) Add-On$189.95, paid once
Pick Serv-U FTP Server if…
Serv-U FTP Server suits small businesses and project teams that need FTPS, scripted transfers, and a smaller number of users and domains on one server. It may also suit administrators who need account, quota, and transfer controls.
Pick Xlight FTP Server if…
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