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OpenMTP vs Syncthing

Side-by-side comparison for macOS

OpenMTP

8.0
Utilities

Android file transfer

Syncthing

8.0
Utilities

Real time file synchronisation software

Metric OpenMTP Syncthing
Category Utilities Utilities
AI Score 8.0 8.0
30-day Installs 1.8K 1.4K
90-day Installs 4.6K 3.7K
365-day Installs 15.6K 10.1K
Version 3.2.25 2.0.14-1
Auto-updates No Yes
Deprecated No No
GitHub Stars 6.3K 3.5K
GitHub Forks 250 182
Open Issues 159 44
License MIT MIT
Language JavaScript Objective-C
Last GitHub Commit 8mo ago 2mo ago
First Seen Jan 26, 2020 Mar 2, 2019

Reviews

OpenMTP

OpenMTP is a feature-rich Android file transfer application for macOS, offering advanced capabilities beyond the default Android File Transfer. It supports seamless file transfers, sync modes, and is ideal for users needing reliable and efficient Android file management on macOS.

Enables file transfer between Android devices and macOS systems.

Pros

  • + Cross-platform compatibility with advanced features for macOS users
  • + Feature-rich with options like sync mode and file grouping
  • + Open-source with MIT license, fostering community contribution

Cons

  • - Lacks support for Garmin devices despite a closed enhancement request
  • - No auto-update feature, requiring manual checks for updates

Syncthing

Syncthing is a real-time file synchronization software that offers an open-source alternative to services like Dropbox. It uses a peer-to-peer model to sync files across devices without relying on a central server, making it ideal for users who value control and privacy over their data.

Syncthing synchronizes files in real-time across multiple devices using a peer-to-peer network.

Pros

  • + Open-source and decentralized file synchronization
  • + Real-time file sharing across devices
  • + Enhanced privacy with no central server involvement
  • + Cross-platform support
  • + Strong community and active development

Cons

  • - Tray icon issues on macOS
  • - Discontinued Android app