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Best SFTP Client Software in 2026

SFTP client software is used to transfer files between your devices and remote systems. Compared on supported protocols and SSH key authentication, the entries also differ in remote file editing, folder synchronization, and automation support. WinSCP, Filestash, and CrossFTP are among the options to examine against your transfer workflow. Check supported platforms for fit with the devices you use, and consider whether you need occasional transfers, synchronized folders, or automated tasks. Free-plan availability and paid-from pricing add cost context, while the listed protocol and authentication details help you assess whether a client matches your setup.

31 apps
Research read 23 Sept 2026
How the order is worked out

1

Filestash
by Filestash
Free plan Open source AndroidAPIiPhone+5

Filestash combines storage connections, sharing, gateways, and workflow tools in a browser-based platform. The Hobby tier supports up to three users; paid subscriptions have listed monthly prices.

9.1 Free plan · paid from $50/mo Visit site
2

WinSCP
by WinSCP
Free plan Open source Windows

WinSCP combines file transfers with file management, synchronization, and automation tools for Windows.

8.1 Free plan Visit site
3

CrossFTP

Free plan LinuxMacWindows

Choose CrossFTP for file transfers across FTP, SFTP, WebDAV, and the listed cloud services, especially if you need a client for multiple operating systems.

7.5 Free plan · 30-day trial Visit site
4

CloudMounter

Free plan MacWindows

Choose CloudMounter if you want cloud services and remote connections available as local drives, with file transfers that do not require downloading to your computer first.

7.4 Free plan · paid from $29/yr Visit site
5

ExpanDrive

Free plan LinuxMacWindows

ExpanDrive provides broad endpoint access through desktop drives, with a free plan and Server Edition options.

7.4 Free plan · paid from $29/mo Visit site
6

Cyberduck

Free plan MacWindows

Cyberduck covers transfers, synchronization and file access across a broad set of services. Review its platform requirements and protocol-specific modification-date limitation before choosing it.

7.3 Free plan · paid from $10 Visit site
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FileZilla Client

Free plan LinuxMacWindows

Choose FileZilla Client if you need a free client for FTP, FTPS, or SFTP on Linux, macOS, or Windows. If you need the cloud service support described for FileZilla Pro, that is a separate product.

7.3 Free plan Visit site
8

Monsta FTP

Free plan AndroidiPhoneLinux+4

Monsta FTP offers browser-based remote file management, with code editing and login features available in paid editions.

7.3 Free plan · paid from $29/yr · 45-day trial Visit site
9

Commander One
by Commander One
Free plan Mac

Commander One offers Mac users a dual-pane file manager with tabs, batch renaming, archives, and cloud access. A free plan is available, with a Personal License listed for one Mac.

7.2 Free plan · paid from $29.99 Visit site
10

Core FTP

Free plan Windows

Core FTP LE covers common transfer and automation tasks without charge, while Pro adds encryption and other listed capabilities.

7.2 Free plan · paid from $24.95 · 45-day trial Visit site
11

FilePort Pro

Free plan Web

FilePort Pro handles common server file tasks in a browser, with SFTP host-key checks and clear plan limits. The service recommends SFTP when available because FTP is unencrypted by design.

7.0 Free plan · paid from $5/mo Visit site
12

ST Explorer

Free plan LinuxMacWindows

ST Explorer offers remote SFTP browsing, transfer tools, and a tabbed SSH terminal in a small, open-source app.

7.0 Free plan Visit site
13

lftp

Free plan Linux

lftp covers a wide range of transfer protocols and automation tasks from the Linux command line. Readers should note the differing version labels and the stated limit on author support.

6.9 Free plan Visit site
14

Rebex Drive

Free plan Windows

Rebex Drive puts several remote storage protocols into a system-wide Windows drive interface.

6.8 Free plan Visit site
15

Xftp

Free plan Windows

Xftp brings file transfers, scheduling, and remote file management into a Windows client.

6.5 Free plan · paid from $119/user · 30-day trial Visit site
16

CuteFTP

Free trial Windows

CuteFTP provides broad protocol coverage, transfer automation, synchronization, and an HTML editor in a Windows client.

6.0 Visit site
17

Fetch
by Fetch
Free trial Mac

Fetch combines file transfers with tools for editing server files and maintaining websites. Its platform and protocol limits matter: it is for Mac, and it does not connect to S3 or WebDAV.

6.0 From $29 · 15-day trial Visit site
18

Mountain Duck

Free trial MacWindows

Mountain Duck combines desktop access to remote storage with selective offline files, sharing, encryption, and versioning features.

5.9 14-day trial Visit site
19

FTPManager Pro

Paid AndroidiPhoneMac+1

FTPManager Pro combines server file management with editing, viewing, and multiple transfer options for iOS users.

5.8 Free plan · paid from $1.99/mo Visit site
20

sFTP Client
by sFTP Client
Free trial ExtensionLinuxMac+1

Choose sFTP Client if you need multi-protocol transfers on Windows, macOS or Linux, especially with scheduling or automation.

5.8 Free plan Visit site
21

SmartFTP

Free trial Windows

SmartFTP provides broad protocol coverage and progressively expanded editions for Windows file-transfer work.

5.6 30-day trial Visit site
22

WebDrive

Free trial MacWindows

WebDrive focuses on controlled remote storage access through local drive mappings.

5.6 From $150/user/yr · 10-day trial Visit site
23

Viper FTP

Free trial Mac

Viper FTP combines multi-protocol transfers with file tools, grouped uploads, and folder-based automation for Mac users.

5.5 From $5/mo · 14-day trial Visit site
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FlashFXP
by FlashFXP
Paid Windows

Choose FlashFXP if you need Windows-based, multi-protocol transfers with synchronization and scheduled automation. Look elsewhere if you require a listed non-Windows platform or a free plan.

5.4 30-day trial Visit site
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Yummy FTP Pro

Free trial Mac

Yummy FTP Pro offers broad protocol support, synchronization, editing and automation for Mac file-transfer work. Consider the trial and license scope before purchasing.

5.4 30-day trial Visit site

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