Side by side
Box vs FileLu
Both stand on cloud storage. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan AndroidAPIiPhone+3
Visit Box Free plan AndroidAPIExtension+5
Choose FileLu if you need cloud storage with broad protocol support, integrations, or backup options, and want a free plan with uploads up to 10 GB per file. Premium is relevant for unlimited file size uploads and expanded sharing features. Look elsewhere if the 5 GB daily free download allowance or the risk of losing access to SSCE-encrypted files does not suit your needs.
Visit FileLuThe facts
| Box | FileLu | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | No | Not published |
| Runs on | Android, API, iPhone, Mac, Web, Windows | Android, API, Extension, iPhone, Linux, Mac, Web, Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | See the plans | Premium yearly: $60 a year |
| Plans published | 8 | 3 |
| Maker | Box | FileLu |
| Website | box.com | filelu.com |
| On cloud storage | #5 of 66 | #26 of 66 |
Box: what it does well
FileLu: what it does well
- Free plan permits files up to 10 GB each.
- Supports S3-compatible storage, Rclone, Rsync, FTP, FTPS, and WebDAV.
- Premium offers direct links and public or private folder sharing.
- FileLu S5 connects with backup and storage tools including Restic and Synology Hyper Backup.
- Family or team storage sharing is available on 2 TB+ plans.
What to know first
- Free users have 5 GB of daily download bandwidth.
- The SSCE key cannot be recovered if lost.
- Custom branded sharing pages require a 4 TB+ plan.