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Nextcloud vs ownCloud: catalog facts
NextcloudownCloud
Freemium

The server and clients are free and open source. Nextcloud GmbH sells enterprise support…

Freemium

The server is free and open source. Enterprise editions and support are paid.

Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, iOS, Self-hosted, Web Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, iOS, Web, Self-hosted
  • Your storage limit is your own disk, and your data never leaves it
  • Desktop client supports virtual files, so a big library costs no local space
  • Desktop and mobile clients for every major platform
  • External storage mounts bring existing shares and object storage into the same tree
  • You run the server, which means updates, backups and certificates are yours
  • Major version upgrades are known for needing careful reading
  • Split between the classic PHP server and the newer Infinite Scale rewrite
  • Enterprise features and support are paid
Self-hosted, Downloadable app Self-hosted, Web application
Open source Open source
License: GPL-2.0 License not stated
No account needed Not stated if an account is needed
Works offline Not stated if it works offline

Checked September 21, 2026

Checked September 22, 2026

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