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At a Glance
Files.com
Files.com
Star Rating
(224)4.6 out of 5
Market Segments
Mid-Market (45.7% of reviews)
Information
Entry-Level Pricing
Free Trial
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GoAnywhere MFT
GoAnywhere MFT
Star Rating
(286)4.7 out of 5
Market Segments
Enterprise (43.7% of reviews)
Information
Entry-Level Pricing
Free Trial
Free Trial is available
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AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
  • Users report that GoAnywhere MFT excels in its File Transfer Acceleration feature, scoring 9.0, which allows for faster data transfers compared to Files.com, which scored 9.3. Reviewers mention that this speed is crucial for enterprises needing to send large files quickly.
  • Reviewers mention that Files.com shines in Application Integration, achieving a score of 9.2, while GoAnywhere MFT scored 8.8. Users on G2 appreciate the seamless integration with various applications, making it easier to incorporate into existing workflows.
  • Users say that GoAnywhere MFT's Ease of Setup is rated at 8.6, which is lower than Files.com’s impressive score of 9.4. Reviewers mention that the straightforward setup process of Files.com significantly reduces the time to get started.
  • G2 users highlight that both products have strong Encryption capabilities, scoring equally at 9.3. However, users report that Files.com offers more comprehensive security features, including advanced Authentication options, which scored 9.5 compared to GoAnywhere MFT's 9.2.
  • Reviewers mention that GoAnywhere MFT has a robust File Management system with a score of 9.1, but Files.com outperforms it with a score of 9.4. Users appreciate the intuitive interface and advanced features that make file organization easier in Files.com.
  • Users on G2 report that while both platforms offer good Mobile Support, Files.com stands out with a score of 8.9 compared to GoAnywhere MFT's 7.7. Reviewers mention that the mobile app of Files.com provides a more user-friendly experience for managing files on the go.
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Files.com
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GoAnywhere MFT
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Files.com
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GoAnywhere MFT
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Ratings
Meets Requirements
9.5
190
9.3
243
Ease of Use
9.3
194
9.0
245
Ease of Setup
9.4
170
8.7
218
Ease of Admin
9.3
155
9.1
195
Quality of Support
9.5
163
8.9
240
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
9.4
150
9.2
191
Product Direction (% positive)
9.0
173
8.9
243
Features by Category
Managed File Transfer (MFT)Hide 11 FeaturesShow 11 Features
9.1
74
8.7
158
Data Delivery
Feature Not Available
8.3
124
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Verified
9.1
63
8.6
138
|
Verified
9.1
59
8.8
134
|
Verified
Feature Not Available
8.5
126
|
Verified
Functionality
8.8
60
7.4
109
|
Verified
9.4
65
9.3
146
|
Verified
9.1
62
8.6
131
|
Verified
8.4
63
8.2
138
|
Verified
Governance
8.9
64
8.9
138
|
Verified
9.4
62
8.9
131
|
Verified
9.6
63
8.9
138
|
Verified
File Transfer Protocol (FTP)Hide 11 FeaturesShow 11 Features
9.2
142
8.8
78
Management
9.5
138
9.1
72
9.3
123
9.0
69
9.0
110
9.3
74
9.4
133
9.0
73
Functionality
9.7
138
9.4
70
9.0
98
8.1
60
9.2
103
8.2
67
8.7
96
7.4
61
Security
9.3
118
9.2
69
9.5
131
9.1
72
9.5
133
9.2
70
8.8
24
Not enough data
Development
9.1
16
Not enough data
6.1
6
Not enough data
6.4
6
Not enough data
9.3
7
Not enough data
8.8
8
Not enough data
9.0
8
Not enough data
7.8
6
Not enough data
Management
7.7
8
Not enough data
7.3
5
Not enough data
6.7
5
Not enough data
6.3
5
Not enough data
6.7
5
Not enough data
Security
8.6
7
Not enough data
8.3
8
Not enough data
9.5
7
Not enough data
Integration Options
9.0
5
Not enough data
9.6
8
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Deployment
9.3
7
Not enough data
8.8
7
Not enough data
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Files.com
Files.com
GoAnywhere MFT
GoAnywhere MFT
Files.com and GoAnywhere MFT are categorized as File Transfer Protocol (FTP) and Managed File Transfer (MFT)
Unique Categories
Files.com
Files.com is categorized as iPaaS
GoAnywhere MFT
GoAnywhere MFT has no unique categories
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Files.com
Files.com
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
36.7%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
45.7%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
17.6%
GoAnywhere MFT
GoAnywhere MFT
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
13.3%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
43.0%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
43.7%
Reviewers' Industry
Files.com
Files.com
Computer Software
10.9%
Hospital & Health Care
10.4%
Information Technology and Services
10.0%
Financial Services
5.0%
Retail
3.6%
Other
60.2%
GoAnywhere MFT
GoAnywhere MFT
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
Files.com
Files.com
Most Helpful Favorable Review
Action F.
AF
Action F.
Verified User in Computer & Network Security

Files transferred reliable, and I didn't have to restart an upload once. With other services, including OneDrive, the transfer would be almost complete and stop.

Most Helpful Critical Review
CT
Corey T.
Verified User in Construction

Recently the file upload speed plummeted and my customers could no longer upload files causing a significant problem for my business forcing me to find alternative methods for my customers to share files. Upon reaching out to "customer service" I...

GoAnywhere MFT
GoAnywhere MFT
Most Helpful Favorable Review
Parul P.
PP
Parul P.
Verified User in Hospital & Health Care

Product is extermly good and has lots of features. I will ideal to have one solution with lots of feature. It will good for company for ROI. It has save time for admin work.

Most Helpful Critical Review
Verified User
G
Verified User in Semiconductors

we did not like the GMFT support and the time they are taking to analyze and troubleshoot the issue is months. we had opened an case as soon as we have put the site in the production for slow speed issues on upload and download and its been 3 months but no...

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Discussions
Files.com
Files.com Discussions
How good is files com?
2 comments
Felix  L.
FL
It's good.Read more
What is Brickftp?
2 comments
KJ
BrickFTP is the former name of files.com. Same company. New name (as of a few years ago).Read more
What is files com?
1 comment
Official Response from Files.com
Files.com is the leading file integration and automation platform. We help enterprises securely store, transfer, or share files between users, teams, and...Read more
GoAnywhere MFT
GoAnywhere MFT Discussions
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
Heath K.
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
What is MFT tool?
1 comment
Heath K.
HK
MFT - Managed File Transfer - A centralized solution that offers a lot of built in features around automating your file transfers and more. An MFT solution...Read more