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Compare CData Arc and GoAnywhere MFT 
At a Glance
Market Segments
Small-Business (44.2% of reviews)
Enterprise (43.7% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
$2,499.00 2 MFT Connections Per Year
Free Trial
CData Arc
Star Rating
(54)4.5 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (44.2% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
$2,499.00 2 MFT Connections Per Year
Free Trial is available
Browse all 5 pricing plansGoAnywhere MFT
Star Rating
(286)4.7 out of 5
Market Segments
Enterprise (43.7% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
Free Trial
Free Trial is available
Learn more about GoAnywhere MFTSummary
AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- Users report that CData Arc excels in Application Integration with a score of 9.3, allowing seamless connectivity with various applications, while GoAnywhere MFT, with a score of 8.8, is noted for its robust file transfer capabilities but may not integrate as smoothly with all applications.
- Reviewers mention that GoAnywhere MFT shines in File Transfer Acceleration, scoring 9.0, which enhances the speed of file transfers significantly, whereas CData Arc's score of 8.3 indicates it may not be as fast in this area.
- G2 users highlight CData Arc's strong performance in Data Exchange with a score of 9.5, making it a preferred choice for users needing efficient data sharing, while GoAnywhere MFT, scoring 9.3, also performs well but lacks some of the advanced features found in CData Arc.
- Users on G2 report that GoAnywhere MFT offers superior Exception Handling with a score of 9.1, which is crucial for managing errors during file transfers, compared to CData Arc's lower score of 7.9, indicating potential challenges in error management.
- Reviewers say that CData Arc provides excellent Data Mapping capabilities, scoring 9.0, which is essential for users needing to transform data formats, while GoAnywhere MFT matches this score but lacks some of the intuitive features that CData Arc offers.
- Users report that GoAnywhere MFT has a slight edge in Real Time Reporting with a score of 9.2, providing users with timely insights into their file transfers, while CData Arc's score of 8.9 suggests it may not deliver reports as promptly or comprehensively.
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Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
CData Arc
Starter
$2,499.00
2 MFT Connections Per Year
Reliable, secure, and scalable MFT. Includes all Core features, plus secure file transfer connectors for AS2, OFTP, SFTP, FTP, Server, and more.
- Starting at $2499/year, connect with two MFT partners. Pricing is per connection. For example, using AS2 with two partners is two connections.
- Unrestricted access to core capabilities, including file & document mapping & conversion, logical operations, basic email & file transfer, and more.
GoAnywhere MFT
30 day free trial
Free Trial
Protect, simplify, and automate your data exchanges with GoAnywhere MFT. Start your 30-day on-premises or cloud trial today, and improve your file transfer processes
- Support for Any Environment
- Automatic Encryption
- Secure File Exchange with Trading Partners
Free Trial
CData Arc
Free Trial is available
GoAnywhere MFT
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
9.2
41
9.3
243
Ease of Use
8.6
41
9.0
245
Ease of Setup
8.8
38
8.7
218
Ease of Admin
8.9
37
9.1
195
Quality of Support
9.0
40
8.9
240
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
8.8
37
9.2
191
Product Direction (% positive)
8.9
32
8.9
243
Features by Category
Data Delivery
8.3
11
|
Verified
8.3
124
|
Verified
9.4
16
|
Verified
8.6
138
|
Verified
Feature Not Available
8.8
134
|
Verified
9.4
16
|
Verified
8.5
126
|
Verified
Functionality
Feature Not Available
7.4
109
|
Verified
8.7
17
|
Verified
9.3
146
|
Verified
8.5
16
|
Verified
8.6
131
|
Verified
7.6
15
|
Verified
8.2
138
|
Verified
Governance
8.5
16
|
Verified
8.9
138
|
Verified
8.9
16
|
Verified
8.9
131
|
Verified
9.1
15
|
Verified
8.9
138
|
Verified
Core Transfer Infrastructure - Managed File Transfer (MFT)
8.3
11
|
Verified
8.3
124
|
Verified
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Platform Capabilities - Managed File Transfer (MFT)
8.7
17
|
Verified
9.3
146
|
Verified
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Security & Compliance Controls - Managed File Transfer (MFT)
8.5
16
|
Verified
8.9
138
|
Verified
8.9
16
|
Verified
8.9
131
|
Verified
9.1
15
|
Verified
8.9
138
|
Verified
Intelligent Automation & AI - Managed File Transfer (MFT)
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Management
Not enough data
9.1
72
Not enough data
9.0
69
Not enough data
9.3
74
Not enough data
9.0
73
Functionality
Not enough data
9.4
70
Not enough data
8.1
60
Not enough data
8.2
67
Not enough data
7.4
61
Security
Not enough data
9.2
69
Not enough data
9.1
72
Not enough data
9.2
70
Functionality
9.5
14
|
Verified
Not enough data
9.0
14
|
Verified
Not enough data
Management
8.9
12
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.9
12
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.9
11
|
Verified
Not enough data
Integrations
9.0
10
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.8
7
Not enough data
Security
9.7
12
|
Verified
Not enough data
9.2
14
|
Verified
Not enough data
Support
8.8
13
|
Verified
Not enough data
API Construction
8.0
5
Not enough data
8.6
6
Not enough data
8.3
5
Not enough data
8.3
5
Not enough data
API Management
Not enough data
Not enough data
6.9
6
Not enough data
7.3
5
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
7.7
5
Not enough data
Data Integration
7.8
6
Not enough data
8.3
6
Not enough data
8.0
5
Not enough data
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
CData Arc and GoAnywhere MFT are categorized as Managed File Transfer (MFT)
Unique Categories
CData Arc is categorized as Enterprise Service Bus (ESB), API Management, and Electronic Data Interchange (EDI)
GoAnywhere MFT is categorized as File Transfer Protocol (FTP)
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
CData Arc
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
GoAnywhere MFT
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Small-Business
(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market
(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise
(> 1000 emp.)
Reviewers' Industry
Computer Software
17.3%
Logistics and Supply Chain
11.5%
Transportation/Trucking/Railroad
9.6%
Accounting
7.7%
Warehousing
3.8%
Other
50.0%
Information Technology and Services
14.7%
Hospital & Health Care
11.5%
Financial Services
10.0%
Computer Software
5.0%
Insurance
4.3%
Other
54.5%
Most Helpful Reviews
CData Arc
Most Helpful Favorable Review
Verified User in Logistics and Supply Chain
The simplicity, the efficienty of the tool.
Most Helpful Critical Review
Verified User in Marketing and Advertising
Don't really have much cons. Overall software geared towards a more technical user. Although they are improving there UI often to make it more user friendly, some of the more advance stuff ends up requiring custom coding or working with support.
GoAnywhere MFT
Most Helpful Favorable Review
Verified User in Telecommunications
Secure Mail is one of the most popular features with our group.
Most Helpful Critical Review
Douglas B.
Verified User in Electrical/Electronic Manufacturing
They are requiring us to convert our perpetual license to a subscription license and doubling the price of our annual maintenance for the subscription fee.
Verified User in Logistics and Supply Chain
The simplicity, the efficienty of the tool.
Verified User in Telecommunications
Secure Mail is one of the most popular features with our group.
Verified User in Marketing and Advertising
Don't really have much cons. Overall software geared towards a more technical user. Although they are improving there UI often to make it more user friendly, some of the more advance stuff ends up requiring custom coding or working with support.
Douglas B.
Verified User in Electrical/Electronic Manufacturing
They are requiring us to convert our perpetual license to a subscription license and doubling the price of our annual maintenance for the subscription fee.
Discussions
How do I become a better user
1 comment
ED
The process of using technology to perform tasks without human intervention.Read more
CData Arc has no more discussions with answers
Should it be a priority to update for every newly released version?
3 comments
JW
I would look at the release notes and make sure you don't need the fixes or features added. I try to stay with the latest version. I do 2-3 updates a year....Read more
What is GoAnywhere MFT?
2 comments
HK
GoAnywhere MFT - a full centralized solution that offers ease of use to help you manage and secure your file transfer. GoAnywhere offers both Client...Read more
To transfer files using MFT (Managed File Transfer), follow these steps:
1. Select the files you want to transfer.
2. Choose the MFT software or service you will use.
3. Configure the transfer settings, including the destination and any security protocols.
4. Initiate the transfer process.
5. Monitor the transfer to ensure it completes successfully.
6. Verify the integrity of the transferred files at the destination.
1 comment
HK
GoAnywhere MFT (GAMFT) allows you to transfer files server to server, person to person, and in between (a mix). GAMFT support several protocols like SFTP,...Read more
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