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LANDrop vs NearDrop: catalog facts
LANDrop	NearDrop
Free Free to download, with an option to donate.	Free Free and released into the public domain under the Unlicense.
Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, iOS	macOS
Automatic discovery of devices on the local network Runs on desktop, mobile and Android TV	Simple menu bar app that saves to Downloads Public domain source code
Every device needs LANDrop installed Windows versions older than 10 are limited to an older release	Works over Wi-Fi LAN only Partial, unofficial implementation of Quick Share
Downloadable app	Downloadable app
Closed source	Open source
License not stated	License: Unlicense
Not stated if an account is needed	No account needed
Works offline	Works offline
Official website Full listing and sources Checked September 24, 2026	Official website Full listing and sources Checked September 24, 2026

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