Resilio Sync vs Synology Photos

Resilio Sync is a personal file synchronization and sharing product that uses peer-to-peer technology. It can send files to multiple recipients without exposing an entire folder or establishing a permanent sync connection. Advanced Folders let users assign ownership, change read and write permissions, and revoke access. Selective Sync creates searchable placeholders so users can download chosen files, and bandwidth limits can be set for Sync activity. Resilio describes the product as cloudless: files remain on users’ devices, while relays, if used, carry encrypted files without storing them. The maker says Sync uses AES-128 encryption in transit and X.509 certificates for mutual authentication. The listed platforms are Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android, and NAS. Sync 3.0 is for personal, non-commercial use and requires a license to activate; commercial users are directed to Sync v2 or Resilio business solutions. The free plan has no expiration date.

Synology Photos is a photo and video management service in DSM for browsing, organizing, searching, sharing, uploading, and previewing media. It requires a Synology NAS for private photo storage, and its mobile app can back up photos and videos to that NAS automatically. Users can share individual items or albums through links with passwords or expiration dates. Shared Space lets selected users collaborate, with access and editing rights assigned by folder. Organization tools include custom and conditional albums, automatic grouping, and facial and object recognition on supported NAS models. RAW files are supported; previews for HEIC/HEVC files and compressed videos require Synology Image Assistant. Mobile apps require iOS 16 or later or Android 11 or later; TV apps support Apple TV and Android TV. Chrome and Safari are recommended for web use. Synology Photos is free, with no paid premium tiers listed.