rsync vs Syncthing : Which is Better?

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rsync

rsync is a utility for efficiently transferring and synchronizing files across computer systems, by checking the timestamp and size of files. Developed by Wayne Davison

License: Open Source

Apps available for Linux BSD Haiku

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Syncthing

Syncthing replaces proprietary sync and cloud services with something open, trustworthy and decentralized. Developed by Jakob Borg

License: Open Source

Apps available for Mac OS X Windows Linux Android Android Tablet

rsync VS Syncthing Feature comparision

Feature rsync Syncthing
Cloud sync
Delta Backup
Encrypted backups
File-sync
Backup
Command line
Command line interface
File by file encryption
File transfer
Folder sync
Schedule Backup
Decentralized
Peer-To-Peer
Encryption
File Searching
File sharing
Mesh network
No need to register an account
Real-time sync
Self-hosted in intranet or private cloud
*community curated information: This table may not have the most accurate information. Please suggest changes

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