Koofr vs Nextcloud Files

Koofr is a cloud storage service for accessing, storing, organising and managing files. It is available on the web and on Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS and Android, with browser extensions also listed. The free plan includes 10 GB; paid plans start at €0.50 per month, billed yearly. Koofr says it has no individual file-size or file-type limits. Users can connect Dropbox, Google Drive and OneDrive accounts and search their contents through Koofr. The service can automatically back up mobile media and provide two-way computer synchronisation through its desktop app. Files can be shared with people who do not have Koofr accounts, and deleted files can be recovered for up to 30 days. Security provisions include TLS/SSL transfers, encryption on Koofr servers, and TOTP authentication apps or FIDO2 passkeys as two-factor options. Koofr Vault is described as an open-source, client-side, zero-knowledge encrypted storage application. Koofr says its servers are in Germany in ISO 27001-certified data centers and that it complies with GDPR. The company is based in Ljubljana, Slovenia.

Nextcloud Files is cloud storage and file-sharing software for syncing, sharing and collaboration. Organizations can deploy it on-premises, in the cloud or in a hybrid setup, retaining control over their data. Sharing options include flexible permissions, expiring links, one-time passwords, file requests and File Drop uploads. Teams can edit and co-edit with an office suite, lock files, restore earlier versions and collaborate in real time. Security capabilities include encryption, File Access Control, password policies, brute-force protection and ransomware protection. Supported storage includes FTP, Windows Network Drive, SharePoint, NFS, object storage and CIFS/Windows Shares. Integrations include Outlook, SharePoint, Windows Desktop, Microsoft Office Online Server, Teams and Exchange. Native web, desktop and mobile clients are listed, including Windows, macOS, Linux, Android and iOS. Free accounts through selected providers include 2–5 GB storage. Business plans start at €71.29/user/yr, with billing starting at 100 users; a 60-minute instant trial provides a personal installation and core applications.