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Filen vs Google Drive
Side-by-side comparison for macOS
Filen
8.0Desktop client for Filen.io
Google Drive
7.0Client for the Google Drive storage service
| Metric | Filen | Google Drive |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Cloud & Storage | Cloud & Storage |
| AI Score | 8.0 | 7.0 |
| 30-day Installs | 42 | 3.5K |
| 90-day Installs | 151 | 12.3K |
| 365-day Installs | 637 | 37.0K |
| Version | 3.0.47 | 124.0.3 |
| Auto-updates | Yes | Yes |
| Deprecated | No | No |
| GitHub Stars | 436 | 5.9K |
| GitHub Forks | 41 | 367 |
| Open Issues | 62 | 278 |
| License | AGPL-3.0 | MIT |
| Language | TypeScript | OCaml |
| Last GitHub Commit | 2mo ago | 1mo ago |
| First Seen | Aug 9, 2023 | May 14, 2013 |
Reviews
Filen
Filen is a desktop client offering zero-knowledge encrypted cloud storage, ideal for users prioritizing privacy and secure file management.
Synchronizes files with Filen.io's cloud storage service.
Pros
- + Zero-knowledge encryption ensures data privacy
- + Auto-updating keeps the app current
- + Useful for secure file backups and syncing
Cons
- - Limited community discussion
- - No self-hosting support mentioned
Google Drive
Google Drive offers a reliable cloud storage solution for syncing files across devices and accessing them online. It integrates seamlessly with other Google services, making it ideal for users who rely on the Google ecosystem.
Enables syncing and management of files in the cloud via the Google Drive service.
Pros
- + Seamless integration with Google services
- + Cross-device file syncing
- + Free storage option
Cons
- - Risk of files being auto-deleted without warning
- - Content restrictions impacting usability