Syncra vs Resilio Sync
Fast peer-to-peer sync for large folders, or a sync tool with cloud connectors and built-in recovery.
Checked: Plans, prices and features of other products change. This comparison was checked in 2026-10; confirm the details on Resilio Sync's own site before you decide.
The two tools in short
Resilio Sync
Resilio Sync is a peer-to-peer file sync tool that moves folders directly between devices instead of storing them on a vendor's servers.
Syncra
Syncra syncs folders between your PCs, drives and NAS and can connect cloud accounts you already have. It does not provide online storage of its own.
Side by side
| Capability | Syncra | Resilio Sync |
|---|---|---|
| Two-way sync of folders | Yes | Yes |
| Direct device-to-device sync on a local network | YesDesktop & CLI1 | Yes |
| Works across local drives, NAS and cloud storage together | YesDesktop & CLI1 | DependsResilio Sync is built around device-to-device transfer; cloud-storage integration depends on the product edition. |
| Contents encrypted on your device with a key only you hold | YesDesktop & CLI1 | PartlyTransfers between devices are encrypted, and encrypted folders let you store data on a device you do not fully trust. |
| Version history and restore | YesDesktop & CLI1 | DependsDepends on plan or edition — check the vendor. |
| Automatic stop when mass damage is detected | YesDesktop & CLI1 | DependsDepends on plan or edition — check the vendor. |
| Free for personal use | Yes | DependsFree and paid editions have existed; check which edition and terms apply today. |
| Provides online storage of its own | No | No |
¹ Implemented in the Syncra engine, the syncra CLI and the background service; the desktop app's screens for it are rolling out now. Not available in the browser web app.
Syncra vs Resilio Sync
When Resilio Sync is the better choice
- You need peer-to-peer sync between devices on different networks today. Syncra's direct sync is designed for a local network; relaying across the internet is not available yet.
- You move very large folders between many devices and want a mature peer-to-peer engine.
- Your team already runs it and it works.
When Syncra fits better
- You want cloud and NAS connectors in the same tool as your device-to-device sync.
- You want ransomware auto-stop and point-in-time restore.
- You want every feature free for personal use, with Business only for work use.
What Syncra costs
Free with every feature on home PCs used by individuals. Work PCs (public bodies, businesses, sole proprietors, freelancers) need Business: 6,900 KRW (5.99 USD) per member per month, from one member.
Questions about Syncra and Resilio Sync
Can I run Syncra and Resilio Sync side by side?
Yes, for different folders. Do not let two sync tools manage the same folder at the same time, because they can fight over the same changes.
Does Syncra sync across the internet like Resilio Sync?
Syncra's direct device-to-device sync is built for devices on the same network. Relaying across the internet is planned but not available. Over the internet today, sync through a cloud account or NAS that you connect.