EasySend vs ownCloud - Comparison
ownCloud is an open-source file hosting platform (the predecessor to Nextcloud). It provides cloud storage and collaboration features that you host on your own server. EasySend is instant file sharing with no infrastructure needed.
Feature Comparison
| Feature | EasySend | ownCloud |
|---|---|---|
| Signup required | No | Yes (self-hosted) |
| Free storage | 1 GB | Your server capacity |
| Free duration | 3 days | Permanent |
| Max file size (free) | 1 GB | Server config |
| Encryption | Yes (E2E, zero-knowledge) | Server-side encryption |
| API | Yes (REST) | WebDAV + REST |
| Price (paid) | From $0.99 | Free community edition |
| Tracking / Analytics | None | Activity log |
| Open pricing | Yes | Free community + Enterprise pricing |
Why choose EasySend
- Zero infrastructure needed
- No server maintenance
- Instant setup (ownCloud needs hours of configuration)
- Free E2E encryption (ownCloud E2E requires enterprise)
- Recipients download with no account
- Better for ad-hoc external sharing