LocalSend vs Party UP!
Side-by-side comparison of two open source alternatives
LocalSend
LocalSend is an open source app to share files and messages between nearby devices using the local wifi network. The communication between devices is entirely end-to-end encrypted via HTTPS. No Internet required. No tracking*. No ads. Currently, this app is available on Android, iOS, macOS, Windows and Linux. You can find all download options on the official homepage. *The operating system may still gather usage data.
Party UP!
Send files and links to a copyparty server by sharing them to this app Features: • sha512-verified uploads • stash links and plaintext • display/copy link to the uploaded files • supports HTTP and HTTPS Future ideas: • upload slicing (resumable + usually faster) This can be used to turn a raspi into a very flexible chromecast clone; see the readme for details
| Feature | LocalSend | Party UP! |
|---|---|---|
| License | Apache-2.0 | MIT |
| Install sources | F-DroidGitHub | F-DroidGitHub |
| Categories | File ManagerMessaging | File ManagerMessaging |
| Features | Ad-FreeOpen SourceNo Tracking | Ad-FreeOpen SourceNo Tracking |
| Platforms | Android | Android |
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