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SuperSync vs Syncthing

Side-by-side comparison for macOS

SuperSync

5.0
Cloud & Storage

Syncthing

8.0
Utilities

Real time file synchronisation software

Metric SuperSync Syncthing
Category Cloud & Storage Utilities
AI Score 5.0 8.0
30-day Installs 2 1.4K
90-day Installs 3 3.7K
365-day Installs 24 10.1K
Version 7.0.9 2.0.14-1
Auto-updates No Yes
Deprecated Yes No
GitHub Stars 6 3.5K
GitHub Forks 1 182
Open Issues - 44
License MIT
Language Objective-C
Last GitHub Commit 12y ago 2mo ago
First Seen Jan 18, 2014 Mar 2, 2019

Reviews

SuperSync

SuperSync is a tool for syncing local folders with Amazon S3 storage, ideal for developers and users managing S3 buckets. It offers a dedicated solution for S3 integration but lacks recent updates and community engagement.

Syncs local folders with Amazon S3 storage locations.

Pros

  • + Dedicated S3 integration for syncing folders
  • + Supports multiple folders and S3 buckets
  • + MacOS integration for seamless use

Cons

  • - No auto-update functionality
  • - Inactive project with limited community support
  • - Unknown license and language

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