Cyberduck VS FileZilla

July 20, 2021

Are you using servers on a daily basis? If yes, you will probably find yourself in need of a reliable FTP client. In today's world, there are many options available, but two of the most popular ones are Cyberduck and FileZilla.

Both of these FTP clients provide excellent service, but which one is the best? It can be difficult to determine, so we have conducted a fact-based comparison. We'll show you the features and differences of each FTP client in this Flare Compare blog post.

UI

Both Cyberduck and FileZilla have great user interfaces. However, the interface of Cyberduck appears to be more polished and sleek. It is easy to navigate and use, with a clear view of files and folders. FileZilla has more windows and is less intuitive, which might make it less user-friendly for beginners.

Winner: Cyberduck

Performance

Speed is an essential factor for an FTP client. After conducting several tests, it was found that FileZilla is faster than Cyberduck when uploading large files. FileZilla handles big files more efficiently than Cyberduck.

Winner: FileZilla

Security

When it comes to security, FileZilla has been known to have more vulnerabilities compared to Cyberduck. However, in the latest updates, those vulnerabilities have been fixed. On the other hand, Cyberduck has a more advanced encryption mechanism that keeps data extra secure.

Winner: Cyberduck

Features

When it comes to features, both Cyberduck and FileZilla have similar functionalities. They both have support for FTP, SFTP, and FTPS. With Cyberduck, you get more seamless integration with cloud platforms like Dropbox and Google Drive. Cyberduck also has more extensive language support compared to FileZilla, which supports only Norwegian and English languages.

Winner: Cyberduck

Price

Both Cyberduck and FileZilla are free to use. Yes, you heard it right––the best ones are free.

Winner: Tie

Conclusion

There you have it! We've compared Cyberduck and FileZilla, highlighting the differences between the two. If you prioritize security, user interface, and additional features, Cyberduck is the way to go. On the other hand, if performance is the most significant factor, FileZilla might be the better choice.

At the end, It is up to your individual preference to choose which one suits you more. Both are great, but they have specific strengths and weaknesses.

What's your personal take on both of these? Let us know!

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