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MASV vs SFTPGo
Both stand on file transfer services. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
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MASV focuses on large-file delivery with resumable transfers, upload portals, and multiple platform options. Check the included monthly transfer volume and storage period against your file workflow.
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Choose SFTPGo if you need protocol-based file transfer, multiple storage options, and configurable automation in one platform. Look elsewhere if your SaaS deployment requires many simultaneous connections on Tiny or Small, or if you need a plan with published custom or Ultimate pricing.
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| MASV | SFTPGo | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | No | Not published |
| Runs on | API, Linux, Mac, Web, Windows | API, Linux, Mac, Self-hosted, Web, Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | See the plans | Tiny: €50 a month |
| Plans published | 17 | 9 |
| Maker | MASV | SFTPGo |
| Website | masv.io | sftpgo.com |
| On file transfer services | #6 of 105 | #2 of 105 |
MASV: what it does well
- Transfers resume automatically after interruptions.
- Branded portals route uploads to one or multiple destinations.
- Desktop app supports growing-file uploads.
- Lists integrations with major cloud storage services.
- Includes 15 GB of free transfers monthly.
What to know first
- On-Demand requires a credit card.
- Transfers beyond the monthly allowance cost $0.25 per GB.
- Storage costs $0.07 per GB per month after five days.
SFTPGo: what it does well
- Supports SFTP, FTPS, WebDAV, and browser-based file access.
- Connects to local, S3-compatible, Azure, Google Cloud, and SFTP storage.
- Automates scheduled and event-driven file workflows.
- Offers two-factor authentication and OpenID Connect single sign-on.
- Secure sharing links can set expiry and download limits.
What to know first
- SaaS Tiny and Small plans are unsuitable for many simultaneous connections.
- SaaS service resource limits include CPU and RAM.

