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