FileCloud vs ShareFile comparison

FileCloud and ShareFile are both solutions in the Content Collaboration Platforms category. FileCloud is ranked #15 with an average rating of 8.5, while ShareFile is ranked #11. FileCloud holds a 1.5% mindshare in CCP, compared to ShareFile’s 6.1% mindshare. Additionally, 100% of FileCloud users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 90% of ShareFile users who would recommend it.

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100% willing to recommend

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90% willing to recommend

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Executive Summary

We performed a comparison between FileCloud and ShareFile based on real PeerSpot user reviews.

Find out in this report how the two Content Collaboration Platforms solutions compare in terms of features, pricing, service and support, easy of deployment, and ROI.

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Categories and Ranking

FileCloud

Ranking in Content Collaboration Platforms

15th

Average Rating

8.4

Reviews Sentiment

7.3

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

GRC (19th)

ShareFile

Ranking in Content Collaboration Platforms

11th

Average Rating

8.4

Reviews Sentiment

7.8

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

eSignature (Electronic Signature) (14th), Cloud Data Exchange Services (5th)

Mindshare comparison

As of March 2026, in the Content Collaboration Platforms category, the mindshare of FileCloud is 1.5%, down from 1.6% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of ShareFile is 6.1%, down from 9.4% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

Content Collaboration Platforms Mindshare Distribution
Product	Mindshare (%)
ShareFile	6.1%
FileCloud	1.5%
Other	92.4%

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Ellie Mae

Senior Project Manager at FedEx

Secure collaboration has transformed remote work and now protects sensitive data across devices

Recently, I implemented FileCloud to host our data externally using HTTPS instead of placing our data on a third-party cloud solution or using VPN technologies. It's being used by our entire department to access the data on our file server of our organization. With a lot of our staff members working remotely and on the move, this solution helps our staff members access their data on our secured central servers without having to use VPN technologies. I love it because we can access our internal file server data from anywhere on the planet as long as we're connected to an internet connection. I also love it because we are able to use the mobile application, which is a very robust and intuitive application. Some of the best features that FileCloud offers include an intuitive mobile application. The user interface is very easy to customize and user-friendly. File synchronization, storage, and archiving are very easy. Document management is great. Content search and retrieval are great. Enterprise content collaboration is on point, together with the security and risk management and information governance. FileCloud stands out especially because it provides secure data storage and real-time synchronization capabilities. We can easily synchronize files across devices, manage document versions, and access files on the go through the mobile app. I also love it because it provides enterprise-grade security features such as two-factor authentication and other features which ensure the security of our data and files is top-notch. FileCloud has positively impacted our organization as this tool has been very easy to use. Therefore, regarding any technical survey, personnel can use it. It has a very intuitive and user-friendly interface, which makes the learning curve very smooth. It also provides enterprise-grade security features like two-factor authentication, which ensures our data security and file data has really improved from fifty to seventy-five percent. We've been able to collaborate on files, especially because of the secure sharing of data with both external and internal customers and clients. It has made it very useful for remote workers and facilitates effective collaboration.

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Salim Malik

Senior Citrix Specialist at Kuwait Oil Company (K.S.C.)

Reliable, user-friendly, and secure

The initial setup is straightforward. It's not complicated. I’ve done the deployment when I was in Citrix and the deployment for the current customer and therefore have experience doing this a few times. How long the deployment takes is up to the customer in terms of what type of storage zone controller you're going to operate. If you're going to operate on-premise, then you need to have the network team and the server, physical server, the load balances, and storage zone controller storage deployed. It shouldn't take, if the infrastructure is ready, more than a week. IN that time, you can set up the entire full-fledged configuration and have enrollment running if you have all the hardware and the communications ready. That's on the on-premise side. If it's on a specific cloud, even when you purchase the procurement, it won't take even a day. In 24 hours, you will be up and running easily on the ShareFile cloud if you are working with the Citrix cloud. If you're doing a private cloud, then the communication to open the ports between the ShareFile can complain to the private cloud. That might be at least a week, depending on the internal teams. If they work very fast and smoothly, it's a matter of a day. You only need one person to maintain the solution. It’s pretty low-maintenance.

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Quotes from Members

We asked business professionals to review the solutions they use. Here are some excerpts of what they said:

Pros

"The granularity for the audit log in FileCloud is extremely valuable."

"Since using FileCloud, we have saved approximately 40% of the time it previously took to access data because we can retrieve information at any time with an internet connection."

"I decided to switch from OneDrive to FileCloud because FileCloud offers advantages over all the cloud products I have used, as it is more cost-effective, fast, and reliable, with unparalleled security compared to other alternatives, and it is very easy to use, allowing us to access our server and retrieve our files with ease."

"My main use case for FileCloud is that I love it because it's a very secure content collaboration platform that provides compliance, data governance, data leak protection, data retention, and digital rights management capability."

"FileCloud has been a very positive experience overall."

"ShareFile gives you all of the features of cloud providers, but in an on-premises solution."

"Citrix has a very good file auditing features and security features."

"Easy to manage and fully secure."

"The Enterprise Dropbox solution is highly integrated with Microsoft's Office 365 and Azure products."

"This provides us with a secure way of sending tax returns without having to use passwords."

"The solution would query the Active Directory, and if new accounts were identified, Citrix ShareFile would add them automatically."

"It's user-friendly for end users."

"The solution is scalable."

Cons

"I would suggest that the cost could be reduced to give smaller organizations a chance to afford this tool."

"Currently, FileCloud's compatibility for Linux implementation is limited to only Ubuntu or Red Hat Enterprise Server."

"The requirement to uninstall and reinstall after every other update is time-consuming and should be addressed."

"However, one area that it should improve is that the updates need to be more constant, especially to the file drive."

"The price can be a little higher for smaller organizations, but for medium to large enterprises, the price is very cost-effective and affordable."

"There are sometimes scalability issues after updates."

"Some of our customers are facing issues if they've deployed in hybrid mode."

"My only issue with this solution is the cost, which should be improved."

"The user interface is not very intuitive."

"DLP features are lacking and required because, especially with everyone working from home, security is now paramount when the data is on BYOD devices."

"The configuration on the mobile devices is a little clunky, in terms of setting up the application."

"Everything they have should be integrated into one item."

"They should integrate the solution with more email services."

Pricing and Cost Advice

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"I give the cost of the solution a five out of five."

"If you are already a Citrix customer, I recommend having the Platinum licensing level, as it provides licensing for a number of various features that all integrate together."

"Citrix has a very good file auditing features and security features."

"You have to work hard in order to get the suitable licenses."

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Top Industries

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Manufacturing Company

10%

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Financial Services Firm

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Company Size

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Large Enterprise

Midsize Enterprise

Small Business

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Company Size	Count
Small Business	2
Large Enterprise	5

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	4
Midsize Enterprise	3
Large Enterprise	3

Questions from the Community

What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for FileCloud?

The price can be a little higher for smaller organizations, but for medium to large enterprises, the price is very cost-effective and affordable.

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What needs improvement with FileCloud?

FileCloud can be improved by providing easier access to set up drive mount on a Mac without the use of other applications like Fuse. Updates need to be more apparent to FileCloud drive.

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What is your primary use case for FileCloud?

FileCloud is used by my organization as a central location to store all of our company shared documents as well as our personal work documents. It serves as a cloud storage solution so we can acces...

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Also Known As

FileCloud Server

Citrix RightSignature, Citrix ShareFile

Overview

FileCloud is the fastest growing enterprise file sharing, sync, backup & remote access solution. Enterprises can get complete data ownership, secure file sharing, granular controls and data governance. FileCloud can be self hosted on-premises or on the cloud.

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ShareFile enables secure file sharing with features like Active Directory integration and multifactor authentication. Offering user-friendly interfaces and seamless device flexibility, it allows secure on-premises file sharing akin to cloud services without relying on cloud storage.

ShareFile by Citrix provides extensive security options such as encryption and auditing, making it suitable for organizations prioritizing data protection. With easy integration into existing infrastructures via Active Directory, it ensures simplified administrative tasks. The flexibility extends across devices, offering seamless file transfers and large file uploads, making it efficient for handling complex data transactions. Key integrations with Outlook facilitate smoother communications. However, enhancements are needed in folder administration, scalability, and desktop flexibility. Users also seek better email service integration and a more intuitive interface.

What features define ShareFile?

Security Integration: Features encryption, auditing, and multifactor authentication for robust security.
Active Directory Integration: Simplifies setup and management functions.
Large File Handling: Enables uploads and secure sharing of large files.
Outlook Integration: Assists in seamless email communication with file transfers.
Device Flexibility: Provides access across diverse devices.

What benefits should be reviewed?

Administrative Efficiency: Enhanced by automated user management integration.
File Accessibility: Secure file access without relying solely on cloud storage.
User-Friendliness: Simplified file transfers and device flexibility are highly rated.

ShareFile is widely used in industries needing to securely share documents with external clients, especially where large datasets are involved. It assists in moving on-premises files to cloud-like structures, aiding in remote collaboration. Its security features support industries with strict firewall regulations, ensuring encrypted transactions and seamless large file transfers.

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Sample Customers

NASA, US Army ERDC, DR Horton, Deloitte, Toyota, City of San Diego

SecondMarket, KBC Partners, Twilio, You Know Who Design, oDesk Corporation, CMT Agency, Townhog

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