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
SyncToy is a freeware tool in Microsofts PowerToys series that provides an easy-to-use graphical user interface for synchronizing files and folders in Windows versions XP, Vista and 7. It is written using Microsofts .NET framework and uses the Microsoft Sync Framework. Developed by Microsoft
License: Free
Feature | rsync | SyncToy |
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Cloud sync | ||
Delta Backup | ||
Encrypted backups | ||
File-sync | ||
Backup | ||
Command line | ||
Command line interface | ||
File by file encryption | ||
File transfer | ||
Folder sync | ||
Schedule Backup | ||
Comparing folders | ||
Stability | ||
Support for Amazon S3 | ||
2 way sync | ||
Peer-To-Peer | ||
Decentralized | ||
Real-time sync | ||
Encryption | ||
Comparative analysis of two destinations | ||
Folder Comparison | ||
Portable | ||
Based on Blockchain | ||
Distributed | ||
Mirror Backup | ||
Password encryption | ||
Backup profiles | ||
Bidirectional sync | ||
Archive Deleted Items | ||
File Versioning | ||
Incremental backup |