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rclone vs WebDAV Navigator

Both stand on webdav client software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.

rclone

Free plan AndroidAPILinux+4

Rclone offers broad storage support and flexible file operations, but it is a command-line program rather than a finished graphical tool. Its encryption caveats and experimental web GUI are worth noting before choosing it.

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WebDAV Navigator

Free plan AndroidiPhone

Choose WebDAV Navigator if you need mobile access to files on your own server, with local downloads, editing, or media streaming. Look elsewhere if you need drive mounting or two-way folder synchronization; the listed synchronization works only one way and depends on server support.

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The facts

rcloneWebDAV Navigator
Free planYesYes
Open sourceNot publishedNot published
Runs onAndroid, API, Linux, Mac, Self-hosted, Web, WindowsAndroid, iPhone
Lowest paid planFree or on requestWebDAV NavX: $0.99, paid once
Plans published13
MakerNot publishedNot published
Websiterclone.orgschimera.com
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rclone: what it does well

  • Lists more than 70 cloud storage integrations.
  • Supports one-way sync and two-way bisync.
  • Checks file hashes and preserves timestamps.
  • Can serve files through SFTP, HTTP, WebDAV, FTP and DLNA.
  • Free open-source project.

What to know first

  • Web-based GUI is described as experimental.
  • Android builds are not yet first-class.
  • Crypt does not encrypt file length or modification time.
  • Configuration only lightly obscures the crypt password by default.

WebDAV Navigator: what it does well

  • Access files on a personal server without cloud storage.
  • Downloads support local access and opening files in other apps.
  • Built-in text editor covers common code and text formats.
  • Streams media with AirPlay and Chromecast support listed.
  • Includes a WebDAV server for sharing local storage.

What to know first

  • Folder synchronization runs one way.
  • Synchronization requires server support for infinite-depth queries.
  • Drive mounting is not supported.
  • Paid app options are one-time purchases at listed prices.

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