Cyberduck alternatives: 4 apps ranked by verified data
Common reasons people leave Cyberduck: no Linux GUI version, and donation prompt unless you buy a key. We ranked 4 alternatives by how directly each one replaces Cyberduck, then by reviews, real visits and how recently each app's facts were checked against its own website. FileZilla currently ranks first.
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Best Cyberduck alternative for most people
FileZillaFree FTP and SFTP client that also runs on Linux.
Best Cyberduck alternative for a free option
WinSCPWindows client with stronger scripting and folder sync.
Best Cyberduck alternative for open source
rcloneCommand-line tool for syncing and moving files across dozens of cloud providers.
Best Cyberduck alternative for self-hosting
rcloneCommand-line tool for syncing and moving files across dozens of cloud providers.
Best Cyberduck alternative for Mac
TransmitMore polished Mac interface with similar cloud coverage, one-time price.
Cyberduck alternatives: common questions
What is the best alternative to Cyberduck?
FileZilla ranks first right now. Free FTP and SFTP client that also runs on Linux. Transmit and WinSCP follow it in our ranking.
Is there a free alternative to Cyberduck?
Yes. FileZilla (open source), WinSCP (open source) and rclone (open source) have a free option. Check each app's verified facts for current plan limits.
Is there an open-source alternative to Cyberduck?
Yes: FileZilla, WinSCP and rclone. rclone can also be self-hosted.
Which Cyberduck alternatives work on Linux?
FileZilla and rclone run on Linux.
Why do people switch from Cyberduck?
The complaints we hear most: no Linux GUI version; donation prompt unless you buy a key; mounting as a drive needs the separate paid Mountain Duck.
How is this list ranked?
Every app is scored with the same published formula: how directly it replaces Cyberduck, reviews (weighted by verification), visits from AppBreakup, how recently its facts were checked against its own website, and reader votes.