WinSCP vs WS_FTP Professional
WinSCP
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| Figure | WinSCP | WS_FTP Professional |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | Free | — |
| Free plan | Yes | — |
| Free trial | — | — |
| Open source | Yes | — |
| Windows | Yes | Yes |
| Plans published | 1 | 3 |
| Spec score · FTP and SFTP clients | 8.7 (#4) | 7.3 (#29) |
| Spec score · SFTP Client Software | 7.9 (#15) | 6.5 (#29) |
| Free plan | Yes | No |
Plans
WS_FTP Professional
- Single User License$58, paid once
- Single User + Support$95, paid once
- Multiple Users + Support$410, paid once
In their own words
WinSCP
WinSCP is an open-source file manager and transfer client for Microsoft Windows. It copies files between a local computer and remote computers over FTP, FTPS, SCP, SFTP, WebDAV, WebDAVS and S3, with SSH also listed as supported. Explorer and Commander interfaces provide two ways to manage transfers; Commander is focused on keyboard control. Alongside common file operations, WinSCP includes directory synchronization and an integrated text editor. For repeat tasks or programmatic workflows, it offers scripting, command-line options and a.NET assembly. The client integrates with Windows and PuTTY, including sharing site settings with PuTTY. Authentication methods include password, keyboard-interactive, public key and Kerberos, and stored site information can optionally be protected by a master password. A portable version and workspace-based session management are available. WinSCP is free, with a listed price of free. Its security guidance warns that malware on the computer running it can steal credentials stored or entered there.
WS_FTP Professional
WS_FTP Professional has no write-up on Specifiction yet; its figures are above.