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Tomas Pluharik
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TuxInDrive 0.26.30: a visual comparison of Linux sync alternatives

I am the maintainer of TuxInDrive, an MIT-licensed, Linux-first multi-cloud synchronization client. I made this comparison to show where the project fits among provider clients, command-line tools, self-hosted platforms and peer-sync applications.

TuxInDrive competitive matrix

Why another sync client?

Linux users often have to combine several tools: one for cloud accounts, another for files-on-demand, scripts for safety checks, and a separate peer-sync application. TuxInDrive aims to put these workflows behind one interface while retaining explicit safety controls.

Version 0.26.30 includes:

  • Google Drive, OneDrive, Dropbox, Box, pCloud, MEGA, Proton Drive, Nextcloud, S3, WebDAV, SFTP and GitHub support
  • two-way, upload-only and download-only synchronization
  • files-on-demand with offline pinning
  • selective rules by path, extension, size and age
  • a pre-transfer change preview and mass-change protection
  • local version history, recovery and visual conflict resolution
  • one global bandwidth controller shared by sync, streaming, scans and updates
  • owner-approved LAN and encrypted peer collaboration
  • Linux, Windows, macOS and Android builds

How to read the matrix

The matrix is not a performance benchmark. A green mark means the capability is documented and generally available. Amber means it is limited to certain platforms, providers or command-line workflows. Red means I could not verify the capability in the regular product.

The sources are the official documentation for each project. If a rating is outdated or too strict, please open an issue with the relevant documentation link and I will correct it.

Try it or help improve it

The project is still looking for testers across different providers and operating systems. Bug reports, documentation corrections, security review and code contributions are welcome.

Repository and downloads: github.com/tpluharik/TuxInDrive

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