LocalSend vs Syncthing
Both in File sync & storage โ compared item by item
| LocalSend | Syncthing | |
|---|---|---|
| Stars | โ 92.6k | โ 88.9k |
| Language | Dart | Go |
| License | MIT | MPL-2.0 |
| Last updated | 2026-09-24 | 2026-09-23 |
| Usage | ๐ป Desktop | ๐ป Desktop / ๐ณ Self-hosted |
| Platforms | โ | โ |
| Category | File sync & storage | File sync & storage |
How to choose
- Only Syncthing supports self-hosting.
- Both have comparable traction, so pick based on features and day-to-day experience.
- LocalSend was updated more recently (2026-09-24).
- Different licenses (MIT vs MPL-2.0) โ check the terms before commercial use.