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Blomp vs Seafile
Both stand on cloud storage services. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan AndroidAPIiPhone+4
Blomp combines file backup, organization, and Google Drive imports with a free tier that can grow through referrals. Consider the yearly login requirement for free accounts and the listed monthly prices when choosing a plan.
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Free plan Open source AndroidAPIiPhone+5
Seafile offers broad platform coverage and a choice between self-hosted and cloud editions. Check user minimums, storage limits, and unlisted tier prices when selecting a plan.
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| Blomp | Seafile | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | No | Yes |
| Runs on | Android, API, iPhone, Linux, Mac, Web, Windows | Android, API, iPhone, Linux, Mac, Self-hosted, Web, Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | 500 GB (Rclone page): $0.99 a month | See the plans |
| Plans published | 9 | 18 |
| Maker | Blomp | Seafile |
| Website | blomp.com | seafile.com |
| On cloud storage services | #7 of 64 | #3 of 64 |
Blomp: what it does well
- Free storage starts at 40 GB and can reach 400 GB.
- Free users can upload unlimited videos.
- Google Drive files and folders can be imported.
- Apps and downloads cover Windows, Mac, Linux, iPhone, and Android.
- Blomp says it offers encryption and two-factor authentication.
What to know first
- Free accounts require a yearly login to retain files.
- Storage growth beyond 40 GB depends on active referrals.
Seafile: what it does well
- Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, and Android support
- Free open-source Community Edition
- Self-hosted deployment option
- Zero-knowledge encryption
- 500 GB Team Plan storage
What to know first
- No free plan listed despite freemium pricing model
- Some Pro tiers have no listed price
- Cloud trial is limited to 1 GB
- Team Plan requires at least 3 users
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