Download File Sharing - Best Software & Apps

SHAREit3.5.58-ww

License: free Download
Platform: Android; Windows; Windows Phone; iPhone

Share files - when it works

184 votes

PROS: Share all kinds of files, Good speed during transfers, Multiplatform support
CONS: Lack of instructions, Doesn't always work, Have to reopen connection for new transfers

uTorrent3.5.3.44358

License: free Download
Platform: Windows; Android; Mac

Compact BitTorrent client with expansive capabilities

26307 votes

PROS: Simple, easy to use interface, Handy connection test for faster set-up, Extensive torrent download information, Small footprint on drive space and system resources
CONS: No built-in player, Limited search options

BitTorrent7.10.0.44091

License: free Download
Platform: Windows; Android

The official BitTorrent client

5116 votes

PROS: Takes up very little resources, RSS, apps, and remote control, Official client, Lots of customization options, Ability to rate individual torrents
CONS: Nothing of note

Zapya - File Transfer, Sharing4.4

License: free Download
Platform: Android; Windows; iPhone

Share files easily with Zapya

19 votes

PROS: Simple user interface, Unlimited file transfer, User groups, Integral media player
CONS: User groups limited

MegaDownloader1.7

License: free Download
Platform: Windows

MegaDownloader - A Free and fast Way to Download from Mega.co.nz

332 votes

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PROS: Free, Fast, Simple
CONS: Limited to one site, No preloaded extra languages

Google Drive1.3.33.7

License: free Download
Platform: Windows; Android; iPhone; Web Apps

Cloud storage and document support

237 votes

PROS: Easy to use, 5 GB of free storage, Connects to Google account
CONS: Moderate learning curve, Paid storage a little more expensive than other services

Vuze5.7.0.0

License: free Download
Platform: Windows; Mac

High definition movies and downloads to your PC

1051 votes

PROS: Fast downloads, Lots of options, Open source, Free
CONS: Uses a lot of memory, Torrent files can expire, Not as user-friendly as eMule

File Manager3.5.0

License: free Download
Platform: Android; Windows

A free file manager for the modern world

No votes yet

PROS: Familiar and easy to use, Works with cloud storage, Network sharing, Preview and stream remote files
CONS: Some bugs

Dropbox11.4.20

License: free Download
Platform: Windows; Android; iPhone; Web Apps

Store, sync and share your files online

75 votes

PROS: 2 GB of free storage, Very easy to use, Nice online profile
CONS: Too slow

MP3 Rocket7.3.1.0

License: free Download
Platform: Windows; Mac

LimeWire-based file sharing network

1060 votes

PROS: Skinnable, Tabbed interface, Easily-accessible content
CONS: Limewire clone, Results not always accurate, App can be unstable

SHARE.itvaries-with-device

License: free Download
Platform: Windows

Cross-platform file-sharing software for smartphones and PCs

10 votes

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PROS: There are no data limitations when using SHARE.it., Information can be sent and received between disparate operating systems.,
CONS: There is very little contact information provided on the primary website., The performance of older operating systems may be adversely affected after installation.

FrostWire6.3.6

License: free Download
Platform: Windows; Android; Mac

Search Download and Listen to Music in one for Free

686 votes

PROS: Thanks to their history of developing hugely popular BitTorrent clients like LimeWire the developers have managed to create an app that mixes powerful downloading and a new focus on the user experience. FrostWire is the one-stop shop for all music and vi, Simple to use
CONS: Fast downloading, Nice additional features

qBittorrent3.0.5

License: free Download
Platform: Windows; Mac

Easy, feature-rich BitTorrent client

98 votes

PROS: Very easy to set up and use, Built-in search engine, Torrent creator, Web interface
CONS: Search engine requires the installation of a special plug-in

Cyberduck(19798) 5.1.0

License: free Download
Platform: Mac; Windows

Elegant and efficient free FTP client

249 votes

PROS: Handles FTP, SFTP, Webdav and S3, Integration with external editors, Elegant interface, Integrated with Dropbox
CONS: Transfers may time out on SSL connections

uTorrent Beta(µTorrent) 3.4.2.31645

License: try Download
Platform: Windows; Mac

Free beta torrent software

516 votes

PROS: Free download , New features
CONS: Unstable , Little explanation of new features

4shared3.0.18

License: free Download
Platform: Android; Windows; Windows Phone; Web Apps

Upload, download, share

34 votes

PROS: Huge library of files, Syncs across a variety of devices, Upload files on your phone with ease
CONS: Basic user interface, Risk of being overtaken by more user friendly services

Ares2.4.0

License: free Download
Platform: Windows

Fast and unlimited P2P file sharing

2578 votes

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PROS: Really easy to use , Minimal wait to download files , Media player included
CONS: Intermittent connection problems

Google Docsvaries-with-device

License: free Download
Platform: Windows; Android; iPhone

A free app for Windows, by Google

No votes yet

uTorrent Portable3.4.5.41202

License: free Download
Platform: Windows

Use your favorite torrent client anywhere

363 votes

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PROS: Clear, easy to use interface, Complete preferences menu, No installation required, Very light on resources
CONS: Being a portable app, you can't associate .torrent files with it

WiFi File Transfer1.0.9

License: free Download
Platform: Android

Upload and download files to/from your phone over a wireless connection.

19 votes

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PROS: Doesn't require using cables
CONS: Bare-bones design, Somewhat slow

Softonic’s Best Rated Software for this topic
#	Name	Version	Votes	Rating	Platform
1	BitTorrent	7.10.0.44091	5116	7.1	Windows, Android
2	uTorrent	3.5.3.44358	26307	7	Windows, Android, Mac
3	Vuze	5.7.0.0	1051	6.9	Windows, Mac
4	MP3 Rocket	7.3.1.0	1060	6.7	Windows, Mac
5	Ares	2.4.0	2578	6.6	Windows

Softonic’s Best Rated Software for this topic

Version

Votes

Rating

BitTorrent

7.10.0.44091

5116

7.1

Windows, Android

uTorrent

3.5.3.44358

26307