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NordLocker alternatives: 5 apps ranked by verified data

Facts checked Oct 25, 2026AppBreakup editorialHow we rank

Common reasons people leave NordLocker: small free tier, and limited sharing and collaboration. We ranked 5 alternatives by how directly each one replaces NordLocker, then by reviews, real visits and how recently each app's facts were checked against its own website. Cryptomator currently ranks first.

Quick comparison

#AppPricingOpen sourcePlatformsVerified factsScore
1Cryptomator logoCryptomatorOpen sourceYesWindows, macOS, Linux +23 of 366.5
2MEGA logoMEGAFree plan + paidNoWeb, Windows, macOS +44 of 455.3
  1. Cryptomator logo

    1. CryptomatorTop pick

    Best for: People who want to keep their current cloud but encrypt what goes into it

    Open sourceWindows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android

    66.5

    score / 100

    Why switch from NordLocker

    Free, open-source encryption that works on top of any cloud you already use.

    Pros

    • Works with any cloud storage folder
    • Encrypts filenames as well as contents
    • Free, open-source desktop app

    Cons

    • Mobile apps are paid
    • Sharing vaults with others is awkward without Hub
    • Forgotten passwords cannot be recovered
    Visit Cryptomator 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 Cryptomator a good NordLocker alternative?

    Verified facts

    3 of 3 verified
    Price
    Free and open source
    Checked Oct 25, 2026cryptomator.org(opens source in a new tab)
    Encryption
    AES-256, files and filenames
    Checked Oct 25, 2026cryptomator.org(opens source in a new tab)
    Teams
    Cryptomator Hub with free trial
    Checked Oct 25, 2026cryptomator.org(opens source in a new tab)
  2. MEGA logo

    2. MEGA

    Best for: People who want large, encrypted storage with apps on every platform

    Free plan + paidWeb, Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android, Browser extension

    55.3

    score / 100

    Why switch from NordLocker

    More free space with zero-knowledge encryption.

    Pros

    • Client-side zero-knowledge encryption
    • Apps for every major OS including Linux
    • Bundles chat, VPN and a password manager

    Cons

    • Transfer quotas limit free accounts
    • Download speeds can be inconsistent
    • Prices are set in euros
    Visit MEGA Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.363
    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 MEGA a good NordLocker alternative?

    Verified facts

    4 of 4 verified
    Operating since
    2013
    Checked Oct 25, 2026mega.io(opens source in a new tab)
    Encryption
    Zero-knowledge, client-side
    Checked Oct 25, 2026mega.io(opens source in a new tab)
    Largest Pro plan
    Up to 20 TB
    Checked Oct 25, 2026mega.io(opens source in a new tab)
    Source code
    Published
    Checked Oct 25, 2026mega.io(opens source in a new tab)

The best NordLocker alternative for…

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

Cryptomator logo

Best NordLocker alternative for most people

Cryptomator

Free, open-source encryption that works on top of any cloud you already use.

Cryptomator logo

Best NordLocker alternative for a free option

Cryptomator

Free, open-source encryption that works on top of any cloud you already use.

Proton Drive logo

Best NordLocker alternative for a free plan you can upgrade

Proton Drive

Full encrypted cloud drive with sharing and photo backup.

Cryptomator logo

Best NordLocker alternative for open source

Cryptomator

Free, open-source encryption that works on top of any cloud you already use.

Sync.com logo

Best NordLocker alternative for Mac

Sync.com

Encrypted sync with proper sharing links and version history.

Tresorit logo

Best NordLocker alternative for Windows

Tresorit

Encrypted collaboration for teams handling confidential files.

MEGA logo

Best NordLocker alternative for Linux

MEGA

More free space with zero-knowledge encryption.

Cryptomator logo

Best NordLocker alternative for iPhone and Android

Cryptomator

Free, open-source encryption that works on top of any cloud you already use.

Proton Drive logo

Best NordLocker alternative for working in the browser

Proton Drive

Full encrypted cloud drive with sharing and photo backup.

NordLocker alternatives: common questions

What is the best alternative to NordLocker?

Cryptomator ranks first right now. Free, open-source encryption that works on top of any cloud you already use. Proton Drive and Sync.com follow it in our ranking.

Is there a free alternative to NordLocker?

Yes. Cryptomator (open source), Proton Drive (free plan + paid), Sync.com (free plan + paid) and MEGA (free plan + paid) have a free option. Check each app's verified facts for current plan limits.

Is there an open-source alternative to NordLocker?

Yes: Cryptomator.

Which NordLocker alternatives work on Linux?

Cryptomator, Tresorit and MEGA run on Linux.

Why do people switch from NordLocker?

The complaints we hear most: small free tier; limited sharing and collaboration; no Linux client.

How is this list ranked?

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