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Maestral
maestral · v1.9.5 • auto-updates
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Open-source Dropbox client
brew install --cask maestral 80
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Install trend
Trust Score 9/10
✓ Open source (MIT) +3
✓ Active development +2
✓ Licensed +1
✓ Auto-updates +1
✓ Not deprecated +1
✓ Established (>1yr) +1
✗ Low installs +0
Review
Mar 10, 2026Maestral is a lightweight, open-source Dropbox client offering a reliable alternative to the official app. It syncs files seamlessly and is ideal for users seeking transparency and control over their file storage.
Synchronizes files with Dropbox using an open-source client.
Maturity: Actively maintained with regular updates and a strong community following.
Community: Moderate community interest with positive mentions on Reddit and Hacker News.
Pros
- + Open-source transparency
- + Lightweight and efficient
- + Cross-platform support
Cons
- - Occasional bugs in the past
- - Less polished than the official app
Community Mentions
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Positive sentiment Negative sentiment Neutral / unknown