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Feem alternatives: 4 apps ranked by verified data

Facts checked Oct 25, 2026AppBreakup editorialHow we rank

Common reasons people leave Feem: free version shows ads and upgrade prompts, and closed source. We ranked 4 alternatives by how directly each one replaces Feem, then by reviews, real visits and how recently each app's facts were checked against its own website. LocalSend currently ranks first.

Quick comparison

#AppPricingOpen sourcePlatformsVerified factsScore
1LocalSend logoLocalSendOpen sourceYesWindows, macOS, Linux +25 of 566.5
2Quick Share logoQuick ShareFreeNoAndroid, Windows4 of 462.6
3AirDrop logoAirDropFreeNoiOS, macOS3 of 359.6
4KDE Connect logoKDE ConnectOpen sourceYesLinux, Windows, macOS +24 of 457.2
  1. LocalSend logo

    1. LocalSendTop pick

    Best for: Households and offices mixing Apple, Android, Windows and Linux devices on one network

    Open sourceWindows, macOS, Linux, Android, iOS

    66.5

    score / 100

    Why switch from Feem

    Free, open-source and ad-free with the same local-network approach.

    Pros

    • Works across every major desktop and mobile OS
    • No account, internet or cloud server needed
    • Open-source with no ads or trackers

    Cons

    • Both devices must be on the same network
    • No share links for remote recipients
    • Some routers and guest networks block device discovery
    Visit LocalSend Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.3100
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.1585
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is LocalSend a good Feem alternative?

    Verified facts

    5 of 5 verified
    License
    Apache-2.0
    Checked Oct 25, 2026github.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Platforms
    Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, iOS
    Checked Oct 25, 2026localsend.org(opens source in a new tab)
    Internet required
    No
    Checked Oct 25, 2026localsend.org(opens source in a new tab)
    Account
    None needed
    Checked Oct 25, 2026localsend.org(opens source in a new tab)
    End-to-end encryption
    Yes
    Checked Oct 25, 2026localsend.org(opens source in a new tab)
  2. Quick Share logo

    2. Quick Share

    Best for: Android and Chromebook users sending files to nearby phones and PCs

    FreeAndroid, Windows

    62.6

    score / 100

    Why switch from Feem

    Built into Android with a Windows app for PCs.

    Pros

    • Built into most Android phones and Chromebooks
    • Works with Windows PCs via a free app
    • QR code fallback when discovery fails

    Cons

    • Only works with devices nearby
    • Windows app needs compatible hardware
    • AirDrop support depends on device and region
    Visit Quick Share Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.387
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.1585
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is Quick Share a good Feem alternative?

    Verified facts

    4 of 4 verified
    Share to
    Android, iPhone, Chromebook, Windows PC
    Checked Oct 25, 2026android.com(opens source in a new tab)
    AirDrop support
    Yes
    Checked Oct 25, 2026android.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Windows PCs
    Folders and files from Android
    Checked Oct 25, 2026android.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Range
    Bluetooth distance, Wi-Fi on
    Checked Oct 25, 2026android.com(opens source in a new tab)
  3. AirDrop logo

    3. AirDrop

    Best for: Sending files between nearby iPhones, iPads and Macs with zero setup

    FreeiOS, macOS

    59.6

    score / 100

    Why switch from Feem

    Built into Apple devices with no install needed.

    Pros

    • Built in, free and very fast
    • No internet or account setup needed
    • Contacts-only mode limits unwanted requests

    Cons

    • Apple devices only for the most part
    • Only works between devices close to each other
    • No share links for remote recipients
    Visit AirDrop Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.377
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.1585
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is AirDrop a good Feem alternative?

    Verified facts

    3 of 3 verified
    Works with
    Nearby Apple devices
    Checked Oct 25, 2026support.apple.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Requirements
    Wi-Fi and Bluetooth on
    Checked Oct 25, 2026support.apple.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Tap to share
    iOS 17 or later
    Checked Oct 25, 2026support.apple.com(opens source in a new tab)
  4. KDE Connect logo

    4. KDE Connect

    Best for: Linux and Android users who want their phone and computer tightly linked

    Open sourceLinux, Windows, macOS, Android, iOS

    57.2

    score / 100

    Why switch from Feem

    Open-source sharing plus notification and clipboard sync.

    Pros

    • File sharing plus clipboard, notifications and remote input
    • Free and open-source
    • Works on any Linux desktop, with GNOME support via GSConnect

    Cons

    • Same-network only
    • iOS version is limited
    • More setup than a simple send-a-file app
    Visit KDE Connect Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.369
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.1585
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is KDE Connect a good Feem alternative?

    Verified facts

    4 of 4 verified
    Licensing
    Open source, free for any purpose
    Checked Oct 25, 2026kdeconnect.kde.org(opens source in a new tab)
    Android stores
    Google Play, Huawei AppGallery, F-Droid
    Checked Oct 25, 2026kdeconnect.kde.org(opens source in a new tab)
    Windows
    Microsoft Store or offline installer
    Checked Oct 25, 2026kdeconnect.kde.org(opens source in a new tab)
    iOS
    Native port on the App Store
    Checked Oct 25, 2026kdeconnect.kde.org(opens source in a new tab)

The best Feem alternative for…

The highest-ranked app in this list for each need.

LocalSend logo

Best Feem alternative for most people

LocalSend

Free, open-source and ad-free with the same local-network approach.

Quick Share logo

Best Feem alternative for a free option

Quick Share

Built into Android with a Windows app for PCs.

KDE Connect logo

Best Feem alternative for open source

KDE Connect

Open-source sharing plus notification and clipboard sync.

AirDrop logo

Best Feem alternative for Mac

AirDrop

Built into Apple devices with no install needed.

LocalSend logo

Best Feem alternative for Windows

LocalSend

Free, open-source and ad-free with the same local-network approach.

LocalSend logo

Best Feem alternative for Linux

LocalSend

Free, open-source and ad-free with the same local-network approach.

LocalSend logo

Best Feem alternative for iPhone and Android

LocalSend

Free, open-source and ad-free with the same local-network approach.

Feem alternatives: common questions

What is the best alternative to Feem?

LocalSend ranks first right now. Free, open-source and ad-free with the same local-network approach. Quick Share and AirDrop follow it in our ranking.

Is there a free alternative to Feem?

Yes. LocalSend (open source), Quick Share (free), AirDrop (free) and KDE Connect (open source) have a free option. Check each app's verified facts for current plan limits.

Is there an open-source alternative to Feem?

Yes: LocalSend and KDE Connect.

Which Feem alternatives work on Linux?

LocalSend and KDE Connect run on Linux.

Why do people switch from Feem?

The complaints we hear most: free version shows ads and upgrade prompts; closed source; devices must share a network.

How is this list ranked?

Every app is scored with the same published formula: how directly it replaces Feem, reviews (weighted by verification), visits from AppBreakup, how recently its facts were checked against its own website, and reader votes.