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SugarSync alternatives: 4 apps ranked by verified data

Facts checked Oct 25, 2026AppBreakup editorialHow we rank

Common reasons people leave SugarSync: no free plan, and dated apps with slow development. We ranked 4 alternatives by how directly each one replaces SugarSync, then by reviews, real visits and how recently each app's facts were checked against its own website. Dropbox currently ranks first.

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The best SugarSync alternative for…

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

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Best SugarSync alternative for most people

Dropbox

Better apps and integrations, with Linux support.

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Best SugarSync alternative for a free plan you can upgrade

IDrive

Backs up any folder across many devices for less money.

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Best SugarSync alternative for Mac

pCloud

Sync any folder with cheaper lifetime plans.

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Best SugarSync alternative for Windows

Google Drive

Drive for desktop also syncs chosen folders and includes free storage.

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Best SugarSync alternative for Linux

Dropbox

Better apps and integrations, with Linux support.

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Best SugarSync alternative for iPhone and Android

Dropbox

Better apps and integrations, with Linux support.

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Best SugarSync alternative for working in the browser

Dropbox

Better apps and integrations, with Linux support.

SugarSync alternatives: common questions

What is the best alternative to SugarSync?

Dropbox ranks first right now. Better apps and integrations, with Linux support. IDrive and pCloud follow it in our ranking.

Is there a free alternative to SugarSync?

Yes. Dropbox (free plan + paid), IDrive (free plan + paid), pCloud (free plan + paid) and Google Drive (free plan + paid) have a free option. Check each app's verified facts for current plan limits.

Is there an open-source alternative to SugarSync?

None of the 4 alternatives in this list is open source.

Which SugarSync alternatives work on Linux?

Dropbox, IDrive and pCloud run on Linux.

Why do people switch from SugarSync?

The complaints we hear most: no free plan; dated apps with slow development; more expensive per TB than newer rivals.

How is this list ranked?

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