Why choose Couchdrop over Progress MOVEit for Managed File Transfer (MFT)?

Couchdrop has the simplest setup out of any MFT platform out there, with all the complex parts handled for you automatically. Even connecting to a file server is easier thanks to the Couchdrop Agent that installs in a few clicks. MoveIT Transfer, meanwhile, requires following an installation guide with over 15 steps to get started. That same process must be followed for every node used as well.

With Couchdrop you avoid:

• Long sales cycles and mandatory demos before you can even start
• Complex database setup and infrastructure headaches
• Time-consuming node-by-node deployment nightmares

With Couchdrop, you can literally go from "We need an MFT solution" to actively using one in minutes, rather than days or weeks.

For versatility, Couchdrop wins easily with support for dozens of storage platforms as well as external FTP and SFTP servers. Couchdrop can also connect to on-prem Windows Servers, OSX Servers, and NAS devices, all without ever storing data. If the platform storing data isn’t an issue and on-prem capabilities matter more, MOVEit has more configurable options for On-prem which could make it a better fit in specific situations.

With Couchdrop you get:

• Unmatched storage flexibility with support for over 20+ storage platforms
• Simple integration with the systems you already use, from Dropbox to Windows Server
• Zero data storage on Couchdrop's side - your data stays in your preferred storage

For the number of automations, MOVEit’s ability to add scripting processes gives greater versatility compared to Couchdrop. However, MOVEit Automation is an entirely separate platform with its own costs and licenses, whereas Couchdrop has automations included and supports more storage platforms. If you need more comprehensive automations with on-prem servers MOVEit is a solid choice, whereas Couchdrop is ideal when transferring between cloud storage and managing everything in one place.

With Couchdrop you get:

• All automation features included at no extra cost - no separate product or license needed
• Simple no-code workflows that just work across all your storage platforms
• Everything managed in one intuitive interface - no platform switching or extra complexity

For the number of compliance standards met, MOVEit holds the slight edge, but Couchdrop never stores data, which greatly minimizes risk for organizations. Another potential issue is that MOVEit has already undergone a major data breach in 2023, although the incident brought about a push to bolster cybersecurity for the MOVEit suite.

With Couchdrop, you get:

• Zero data storage - your files never touch our servers
• Enterprise-grade security without extra complexity
• End-to-end encryption for every transfer
• Full control of your data, always

Since MOVEit doesn’t show official pricing anywhere, it’s hard to do a like-for-like comparison on pricing. If 3rd party review sites are accurate, however, it would take subscribing to Couchdrop for 12.5 years to cost as much as MOVEit. For massive amounts of users and automations, MOVEit may be a good value, but keep in mind that pricing is for one license, and transferring at such large scales may require multiple machines and licenses. Couchdrop, on the other hand, scales automatically, with no infrastructure management or provisioning.

With Couchdrop you get:

• Simple transparent pricing - no sales calls needed
• Everything included for $119.99/month
• Easy scaling at just $9.99 per additional user
• No long-term commitment

While Couchdrop is designed to be simple and straightforward, if you need professional services such as initial installation and implementation, health checks, and automation scripting help, MOVEit offers these services for an additional cost. Couchdrop’s support from product experts is available to all users, with multiple contact options and fast response times, while MOVEit only offers this to specific eligible customers, and both have 24/7 emergency support. Couchdrop is likely to give better results for specific issues, whereas MOVEit’s knowledge base may hold answers for common problems.

With Couchdrop you get:

• Expert help right away - no service agreement needed
• Real solutions from people who know the product inside and out
• Fast 6-hour response time as standard, with 1-hour 24/7 support available for enterprise users