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GoAnywhere MFT vs. Progress WS_FTP

A side-by-side comparison based on G2 review data.

MetricGoAnywhere MFT

by Fortra

Progress WS_FTP

by Progress Software

Overall rating4.64.4
Review count45617
Ease of use9.19.4
Ease of setup8.810.0
Quality of support9.08.1
Meets requirements9.39.5
NPS7464.705882
Small Business20.9%43.8%
Mid-Market42.3%37.5%
Enterprise36.7%18.8%
Total page views6,47320
Total LLM citations11,9490

GoAnywhere MFT

GoAnywhere MFT is a secure managed file transfer solution that automates and secures file transfers between systems, employees, and partners. Keep sensitive data safe—in transit or at rest—with built-in security features and enterprise-level control that meets compliance requirements. GoAnywhere MFT easily allows organizations to connect to internal and external systems, as well as exchange encrypted data using industry standard protocols (e.g., OpenPGP, AES, FTPS, SFTP, HTTPS, AS2/AS3/AS4,and GPG).

Pros

  • Features
  • Automation
  • Ease of Use
  • Workflow Automation
  • Secure Transfer
  • File Transfer

Progress WS_FTP

Progress WS_FTP is a suite of secure file transfer solutions designed to facilitate reliable and protected data exchange for businesses of all sizes. The suite includes WS_FTP Server and WS_FTP Professional Client, both engineered to ensure the secure transmission of critical files through advanced encryption and comprehensive administrative controls. Key Features and Functionality: - Advanced Security Protocols: Utilizes 256-bit AES encryption, FIPS 140-2 validated cryptography, and OpenPGP file encryption to safeguard data before, during, and after transfer.

Pros

  • Security
  • Easy Setup
  • Encryption