SmartFTP
7.2#8 in ftp and sftp clientsWindows
VisitSmartFTP vs WinSCP
What both publish
| Fact | SmartFTP | WinSCP |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | No | Yes |
| Protocols | The editions page lists FTP, FTPS, SFTP over SSH, and WebDAV in all three editions. | It supports SFTP, SCP, FTP, FTPS, WebDAV and S3 file transfer protocols. |
| Support | The maker provides tutorials, a regularly updated knowledge base, and a way to request technical support from within the application. | WinSCP provides troubleshooting documentation and a support forum monitored by its development team, with sensible guideline-following posts answered within two business days on average. |
SmartFTP plans
- Professional—
- Ultimate—
- Enterprise—
- Professional Subscription—
- Ultimate Subscription—
- Enterprise Subscription—
WinSCP plans
- WinSCPFree
Pick SmartFTP if…
You want what its maker publishes above — check its page for the details.
Pick WinSCP if…
WinSCP suits Windows users who need to move or manage files between a local computer and remote systems. Its scripting, command-line, and .NET options also suit users automating transfers.