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At a Glance
CuteFTP
CuteFTP
Star Rating
(23)4.6 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (72.7% of reviews)
Information
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about CuteFTP
FileZilla
FileZilla
Star Rating
(750)4.5 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (52.4% of reviews)
Information
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about FileZilla
AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
  • Reviewers mention that FileZilla excels in file management with a score of 9.3, highlighting its intuitive drag-and-drop interface and robust directory comparison features, making it easier for users to organize and transfer files efficiently.
  • Users report that CuteFTP shines in quality of support, achieving a score of 9.3, with many praising the responsive customer service and extensive online resources, which help users resolve issues quickly.
  • G2 users indicate that FileZilla's performance is rated at 8.9, with reviewers noting its fast transfer speeds and reliability, particularly for large file uploads, which is crucial for businesses handling significant data.
  • Users on G2 mention that CuteFTP offers superior security features, particularly in encryption and authentication, scoring 9.1 and 8.9 respectively, which is essential for users concerned about data protection during transfers.
  • Reviewers say that while FileZilla has a solid ease of use rating of 8.8, CuteFTP outperforms it with a score of 9.2, with many users appreciating its user-friendly interface and straightforward setup process.
  • Users report that FileZilla's synchronization feature scores 8.8, but some reviewers express a desire for more advanced scheduling options, which CuteFTP provides, allowing for automated transfers at specified times.
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Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
CuteFTP
No pricing available
FileZilla
No pricing available
Free Trial
CuteFTP
No trial information available
FileZilla
No trial information available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
9.3
17
9.1
677
Ease of Use
9.2
17
8.8
680
Ease of Setup
Not enough data
9.0
128
Ease of Admin
Not enough data
8.8
119
Quality of Support
9.3
7
8.2
437
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
Not enough data
8.6
89
Product Direction (% positive)
1.7
14
8.1
664
Features by Category
File Transfer Protocol (FTP)Hide 11 FeaturesShow 11 Features
Not enough data
8.8
103
Management
Not enough data
9.3
95
Not enough data
8.8
91
Not enough data
8.2
78
Not enough data
8.9
96
Functionality
Not enough data
9.3
98
Not enough data
8.7
72
Not enough data
8.8
82
Not enough data
7.5
54
Security
Not enough data
8.8
81
Not enough data
9.1
90
Not enough data
9.0
84
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
CuteFTP
CuteFTP
FileZilla
FileZilla
CuteFTP and FileZilla are categorized as File Transfer Protocol (FTP)
Unique Categories
CuteFTP
CuteFTP has no unique categories
FileZilla
FileZilla has no unique categories
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
CuteFTP
CuteFTP
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
72.7%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
18.2%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
9.1%
FileZilla
FileZilla
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
52.4%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
29.3%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
18.3%
Reviewers' Industry
CuteFTP
CuteFTP
Luxury Goods & Jewelry
54.5%
Religious Institutions
4.5%
Online Media
4.5%
Marketing and Advertising
4.5%
Legal Services
4.5%
Other
27.3%
FileZilla
FileZilla
Information Technology and Services
19.3%
Computer Software
12.9%
Internet
5.4%
Marketing and Advertising
4.5%
Design
2.8%
Other
55.1%
Most Helpful Reviews
CuteFTP
CuteFTP
Most Helpful Favorable Review
Verified User
G
Verified User in Luxury Goods & Jewelry

This is a basic File Transfer program. Its fast and efficient. It does it job well.

Most Helpful Critical Review
Verified User
G
Verified User in Computer Software

CuteFTP is expensive when compared to free offerings like FileZilla or Cyberduck.

FileZilla
FileZilla
Most Helpful Favorable Review
Verified User in Computer Software
GC
Verified User in Program Development
Verified User in Program Development

I think this is one of the greatest ftp administration tool. It has a fast conection, and let you administrate a lot of ftp servers. It has a splited screen, that offers you the chance to see both the project on your computer and the server, so you can...

Most Helpful Critical Review
Verified User
G
Verified User in Internet

I don't like the absence of a built in text editor. FileZilla uses what ever default text editor is set on you computer.

Alternatives
CuteFTP
CuteFTP Alternatives
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WinSCP
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SmartFTP
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Progress ShareFile
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FileZilla
FileZilla Alternatives
WinSCP
WinSCP
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GoAnywhere MFT
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Discussions
CuteFTP
CuteFTP Discussions
Monty the Mongoose crying
CuteFTP has no discussions with answers
FileZilla
FileZilla Discussions
Is there any way to copy paste in remote server, other than drag and drop within file?
1 comment
Mike V.
MV
As it's been 24 days, you've probably figured this out by now, but, no, you can't use the copy-and-paste metaphor in the FileZilla window to transfer files.Read more
Is FileZilla Safe 2020?
1 comment
Haresh  K.
HK
Yes, I have used it for 5+ years. There has been no security failure attributable for Filezilla. It's frequently updated ! Always keep updating your version...Read more
What is use of FileZilla software?
1 comment
LG
This text refers to the process of transferring files to and from a website hosting service using the File Transfer Protocol (FTP).Read more