NitroShare vs ShareX
Side-by-side comparison of two open source alternatives
NitroShare
NitroShare simplifies the task of sending files from one device to another on a local network. * Automatic peer discovery * Support for transferring multiple files and folders * Transfers optimized for maximum bandwidth utilization * Compatible with the NitroShare desktop application * Light and dark theme * Fully open source and completely free of ads and trackers Files can be sent directly from the app itself or using the share menu from within other applications. The desktop application is available at the homepage.
ShareX
Features: - Open-Source app. - Web based interface. - Private mode for limited file sharing. - View transfer history. - Restrict modification of any file or folder. - Realtime logs. - Fastest QR scanner. - Show/hide hidden files. - Remember authorised devices. - Multiple and switchable web interface themes. - No need of this app on another device to send and receive files. - Work with Windows, Mac, Linux, Android, iPhone. - Lightweight app designed for faster, multiple and parallel file sharing purposes. - Send and receive files over wifi or within a network with anyone or on any device. - Completely works offline, it uses no data to share your files.
| Feature | NitroShare | ShareX |
|---|---|---|
| License | MIT | AGPL-3.0-only |
| Install sources | F-DroidGitHub | F-DroidGitHub |
| Categories | File ManagerMessaging | File ManagerMessagingBrowser |
| Features | Ad-FreeOpen SourceNo Tracking | Ad-FreeOpen SourceNo Tracking |
| Platforms | Android | Android |
| Website | ||
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