FileCatalyst vs. MetaDefender Managed File Transfer Comparison


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		Related Products Globalscape Enhanced File Transfer (EFT) Globalscape’s Enhanced File Transfer (EFT) platform is a comprehensive, user-friendly managed file transfer (MFT) software. Thousands of Windows-Centric Organizations trust Globalscape EFT for their mission-critical file transfers. EFT provides security and compliance combined with powerful tools for automation, collaboration, and analysis. It is available in cloud/SaaS (EFT Arcus) and on-premises EFT deployments. Unlike traditional file transfer software, EFT provides enterprise-level data security as well as data transfer automation through integration with back-end systems. Administration is easy, yet detailed enough for complete control of your file transfer system. EFT replaces insecure legacy systems, homegrown servers, manual delivery, expensive leased lines, and VANs with a top-performing, scalable alternative. 109 Ratings Visit Website MOVEit Progress MOVEit software is an enterprise Managed File Transfer (MFT) platform for IT teams that need secure, auditable and automated file transfers across hybrid environments. It supports FTP/S, SFTP, HTTPS, SMTP/POP3 and CIFS/SMB/UNC with native cloud endpoint connectors, centralized administration, granular role-based access control, encryption in transit and at rest and tamper-evident audit logging for traceability. MOVEit Transfer provides MFT server capabilities and can be deployed on-premises or in hybrid configurations with MOVEit Cloud, a fully managed SaaS option. MOVEit Automation enables scheduling, event-driven workflows and integrations with internal and external systems to standardize recurring transfers without relying on brittle scripts. Designed for enterprise and regulated use cases, MOVEit provides the protocol support, deployment flexibility and operational visibility needed to run high-volume, mission-critical file transfer operations. 625 Ratings Visit Website Cerberus FTP Server Cerberus FTP Server provides a secure and reliable file transfer solution for the demanding IT professional in any industry. Supporting SFTP and SCP, FTP/S, and HTTP/S, Cerberus is able to authenticate against Active Directory and LDAP, run as a Windows service, has native x64 support, includes a robust set of integrity and security features and offers an easy-to-use manager for controlling user access to files and file operations. - FTP/S, SCP, SFTP, HTTPS - SAML SSO - Active Directory & LDAP - Secure SSL Encryption - Two-Factor Authentication - IP Auto-Banning and Geoblocking - HIPAA Compliant - FIPS 140-3 Validated - Advanced Reporting - Comprehensive Auditing - Web File Transfer Client - Email Notifications - Event Support & Automation - File Retention Policies -Unlimited Connections -Virtual Directories -Users & Groups -Detailed Logs -Full IPv6 Support -FTP with TLS/SSL -SOAP control API -Web Administration -SSH2 SFTP and SCP -Public Key Authentication 159 Ratings Visit Website Diplomat Managed File Transfer Diplomat MFT by Coviant Software is a secure, reliable managed file transfer solution designed to simplify and automate SFTP, FTPS, and HTTPS file transfers. Built for seamless integration, Diplomat MFT works across major cloud storage platforms, including AWS S3, Azure Blob, Google Cloud, Oracle Cloud, SharePoint, Dropbox, Box, and more. With over two decades of proven, breach-free performance, Diplomat MFT supports compliance with HIPAA, HITECH, GLBA, PCI/DSS, GDPR, and DORA. It features robust capabilities such as PGP encryption, multi-factor authentication, IP-based access rules, and built-in threat intelligence. If you're still relying on manual scripts or outdated FTP tools and you're concerned about audit failures, security gaps, or compliance risks, Diplomat MFT offers a scalable, secure solution you can trust. Start your free trial today. 59 Ratings Visit Website GoAnywhere MFT GoAnywhere MFT provides secure managed file transfer for enterprises. Deployable on-premise, in the cloud, or in hybrid environments, GoAnywhere MFT software enables organizations to exchange data among employees, customers, and trading partners, as well as between systems, securely. GoAnywhere MFT was a recipient of the Cybersecurity Excellence Award for Secure File Transfer. 694 Ratings Visit Website Files.com Files.com is a cloud-native Managed File Transfer (MFT) platform that unifies file transfers, sharing, and automation across any cloud, protocol, or partner. It connects 50+ storage systems — including Amazon S3, Azure, Google Drive, SharePoint, Dropbox, and Box — presenting them as a single seamless namespace. Files.com supports SFTP, FTP/FTPS, AS2, HTTPS, WebDAV, and REST APIs, making it compatible with virtually any system or partner. Automated workflows eliminate manual scripts and reduce admin overhead by up to 90%. Enterprise-grade security includes AES-256 encryption, SOC 2 Type II certification, HIPAA/GDPR compliance, full audit trails, SSO (Okta, Azure AD, and more), and 2FA. With a 99.99% uptime history and zero data breaches in 15 years, Files.com is trusted by IT teams in finance, healthcare, and technology. Available via web, desktop (Windows/macOS), mobile (iOS/Android), and on-premises agent (Windows/macOS/Linux). 338 Ratings Visit Website PeerGFS One Solution to Simplify File Management and Orchestration Across Edge, Data Center, and Cloud Storage PeerGFS is a software-only solution developed to solve file management/file replication challenges in multi-site, multi-platform, and hybrid multi-cloud environments. With over 25 years of experience in geographically dispersed file replication, we help organizations: - Improve availability through Active-Active data centers (on-premises and/or in the cloud) - Protect data at the Edge with Continuous Data Protection to the data center - Increase productivity for distributed project teams with fast, local access to file data Today’s always-on world requires real-time data infrastructure with 24x7x365 availability. PeerGFS works with the storage systems you already have deployed and support: - High volume data replication between well-connected data centers - Wide area networks with limited bandwidth and higher latency PeerGFS is easy to install and manage. 28 Ratings Visit Website JSCAPE MFT Server JSCAPE by Redwood is a secure managed file transfer (MFT) solution that consolidates fragmented tools, custom scripts and siloed processes into one reliable platform. It handles any file size and any protocol — SFTP, FTP/S, HTTP/S, AS2, OFTP2, WebDAV, and more — while keeping you compliant with HIPAA, PCI DSS, SOX, GDPR and GLBA. JSCAPE delivers enterprise-grade security, backed by an unblemished track record since 1999 and active third-party certifications such as SOC 2 Type 1 and Type 2, ISO 27001, Drummond Certified™, FIPS 140-2 and 140-3 validated encryption. Low-code automation triggers and workflows have allowed 1,000+ teams in 57+ countries to orchestrate complex file transfers across any platform (Windows, Mac, Linux, Solaris) and environment (self-hosted, containerized or SaaS), without additional middleware. Additionally, 24/7/365 expert technical support with an 8-minute median response time is included in every plan. Schedule a free demo today! 188 Ratings Visit Website Stonebranch Universal Automation Center (UAC) is a real-time IT automation platform designed to centrally manage and orchestrate tasks and processes across hybrid IT environments - from on-prem to the cloud. Universal Automation Center (UAC) is a software platform designed to automate and orchestrate your IT and business processes, securely manage file transfers, and centralize the management of disparate IT job scheduling and workload automation solutions. With our event-driven automation technology, it is now possible to achieve real-time automation across your entire hybrid IT environment. Real-time hybrid IT automation and managed file transfers (MFT) for any type of cloud, mainframe, distributed or hybrid environment. Start automating, managing and orchestrating file transfers from mainframe or disparate systems to the AWS or Azure cloud and vice versa with no ramp-up time or cost-intensive hardware investments. 183 Ratings Visit Website QuantaStor QuantaStor is a unified Software-Defined Storage platform designed to scale up and out to make storage management easy while reducing overall enterprise storage costs. With support for all major file, block, and object protocols including iSCSI/FC, NFS/SMB, and S3, QuantaStor storage grids may be configured to address the needs of complex workflows which span sites and datacenters. QuantaStor’s storage grid technology is a built-in federated management system which enables QuantaStor servers to be combined together to simplify management and automation via CLI and REST APIs. The layered architecture of QuantaStor provides solution engineers with unprecedented flexibility and application design options that maximizes workload performance and fault-tolerance for a wide range of storage workloads. QuantaStor includes end-to-end security coverage enabling multi-layer data protection “on the wire” and “at rest” for enterprise and cloud storage deployments. 6 Ratings Visit Website
About Moving files is a critical process for your organization and FTP can be slow and unreliable. FileCatalyst provides fast file transfer solutions that are perfect alternatives to FTP. Our solutions enable you to send files of any size or format at full line speed, hundreds of times faster than FTP, while ensuring secure and reliable delivery.	About MetaDefender Managed File Transfer™ (MFT) is OPSWAT’s security-first managed file transfer solution that unifies automation, usability, and compliance into a single, trusted platform. Secure file analysis is embedded directly into the solution, leveraging AI-based malware detection to deliver a premium MFT experience for both IT and OT environments. This approach provides adaptive zero-day protection by combining real-time file analysis with predictive AI that evaluates file structure and anticipates malicious behavior prior to execution, without detonation. Whether evaluating secure file transfer solutions, exploring MFT automation for workflow efficiency, or seeking MFT compliance to meet stringent standards, OPSWAT's secure MFT solution delivers comprehensive protection with industry-standard protocols and industry-leading file security technologies.
Platforms Supported Windows Supported Mac Supported Linux Supported Cloud Not Supported On-Premises Not Supported iPhone Supported iPad Supported Android Supported Chromebook Not Supported	Platforms Supported Windows Supported Mac Not Supported Linux Not Supported Cloud Not Supported On-Premises Supported iPhone Not Supported iPad Not Supported Android Not Supported Chromebook Not Supported
Audience Companies that require the ability to quickly move large files online	Audience CISO, CIO, IT Security Manager, Compliance Officer / DPO, Risk Manager, Infrastructure Manager, SOC Analyst, IT Operations Manager
Support Phone Support Supported 24/7 Live Support Supported Online Supported	Support Phone Support Supported 24/7 Live Support Supported Online Supported
API Offers API Supported	API Offers API Supported
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Training Documentation Supported Webinars Supported Live Online Supported In Person Supported	Training Documentation Supported Webinars Supported Live Online Supported In Person Supported
Company Information Fortra Founded: 1982 United States filecatalyst.com	Company Information OPSWAT Founded: 2004 United States www.opswat.com/solutions/managed-file-transfer
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Categories Backup Supported Data Exchange Supported Data Replication Supported File Sharing Supported File Transfer Protocol (FTP) Supported Managed File Transfer (MFT) Supported Secure File Transfer Supported	Categories Managed File Transfer (MFT) Supported
Managed File Transfer (MFT) Features API Integration Not Supported Authentication / Auditing Supported Compression Supported Data Sharing Supported Data Transmission Protocol Integration Supported Database Management Not Supported Encryption Support Supported Fail-Over / Load Balancing Supported Show More Features Backup Features Backup Log Supported Backup Scheduling Supported Cloud Backup Supported Compression Supported Continuous Backup Supported Encryption Supported Incremental Backup Supported Local Server Options Not Supported Remote Server Options Not Supported Secure Data Storage Supported Web Access / Restoration Supported Data Replication Features Asynchronous Data Replication Supported Automated Data Retention Supported Continuous Replication Supported Cross-Platform Replication Supported Dashboard Supported Instant Failover Not Supported Orchestration Not Supported Remote Database Replication Not Supported Reporting / Analytics Supported Simulation / Testing Not Supported Synchronous Data Replication Supported File Sharing Features Audit Trail Supported Chat / Messaging Not Supported Collaboration Supported Document Management Supported Drag & Drop Supported Electronic Signature Not Supported Encryption Supported File Synchronization Supported Search Not Supported User Management Supported Version Control Not Supported Workflow Management Supported	Managed File Transfer (MFT) Features API Integration Supported Authentication / Auditing Supported Compression Not Supported Data Sharing Supported Data Transmission Protocol Integration Supported Database Management Supported Encryption Support Supported Fail-Over / Load Balancing Supported
Integrations Adobe Premiere Pro Supported Amazon EC2 Supported Amazon S3 Supported Avid Pro Tools Supported Azure Blob Storage Supported Azure Data Catalog Supported Buru SFTP Server Not Supported GoAnywhere MFT Supported Google Cloud Storage Supported Microsoft Purview Supported Pro2col Supported SFTP To Go Not Supported SMB Not Supported Telestream Vantage Supported beSOURCE Supported Show More Integrations View All 12 Integrations	Integrations Adobe Premiere Pro Not Supported Amazon EC2 Not Supported Amazon S3 Not Supported Avid Pro Tools Not Supported Azure Blob Storage Not Supported Azure Data Catalog Not Supported Buru SFTP Server Supported GoAnywhere MFT Not Supported Google Cloud Storage Not Supported Microsoft Purview Not Supported Pro2col Not Supported SFTP To Go Supported SMB Supported Telestream Vantage Not Supported beSOURCE Not Supported Show More Integrations View All 3 Integrations
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