Nextcloud vs Seafile : Which is Better?

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Nextcloud

Nextcloud is a suite of client-server software for creating file hosting services and using them. It is functionally very similar to the widely used Dropbox, with the primary functional difference being that Nextcloud is free and open-source, and thereby allowing anyone to install and operate it without charge on a private server. Developed by Nextcloud community

License: Open Source

Apps available for Mac OS X Windows Linux Online Android

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Seafile

Seafile is a file-hosting software system. Files are stored on a central server and can be synchronized with personal computers and mobile devices through apps. Files on the Seafile server can also be accessed directly via the servers web interface. Developed by Seafile Ltd.

License: Freemium

Apps available for Mac OS X Windows Linux Online Android

Nextcloud VS Seafile Feature comparision

Feature Nextcloud Seafile
Extensible by Plugins/Extensions
File-sync
MarkDown support
Privacy focused
Video call
Support for ActivityPub
Ad-free
Auto Updates
Bookmark organization
Built-in Download Manager
Built-in Note Taker
Built-in RSS reader
CalDAV
Calendar integration
CardDAV
Cloud Storage
Cloud sync
Collaborative Text Editor
Sync Contacts
Cross-platform
Custom applications
Customizable
Support for Docker
Embedded apps
Encryption is optional
End-to-End Encryption
Extensibility
Fast motion
Federated Cloud
File management
File sharing
File Tagging
Hostable
In built video player
Integrated Email Client
Integrated File Sharing
Integration
Keepass integration
LDAP Services
LDAP support
LibreOffice Integration
Local server
Local Storage
Mobile friendly
Modular extensions
Multi-platform support
Music Player
News aggregator
Notetaking
On-premises software
One Time Passwords
Onlyoffice integration
Openstack swift integration
Permission system
Photo synchronization
Privacy Protected
Real time collaboration
Real-Time Synchronization
Secure File Sharing
Security & Privacy
Security focused
Self-hosted in intranet or private cloud
Large File Transfer
Shared calendars
Social feed
Storage control
Sync across Devices
Calendar Sync
Sync notes
Sync phone location
Sync SMS
Tablet support
Task time tracking
Team Collaboration
Two factor authentication
Two-Step verification
2 way sync
Unlimited private repos
Unlimited storage
Unlimited users
Video calling
Support for WebDAV
File Versioning
Development API
Encrypted sync
Install Syslinux
Isolated file libraries
Support for Amazon S3
Sync Network Drive
Virtual hard drive
Selective synchronization
Centralized model repository
Built-in viewer
AES encryption
Peer-To-Peer
Decentralized
Real-time sync
Encryption
Autotagging
Bookmarks
Encrypted folder
Online Cloud Storage
Backup
Multiple backups and version history
Office Online integration
Sync between devices
Unlimited bandwidth
*community curated information: This table may not have the most accurate information. Please suggest changes

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