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Packet vs LANDrop: catalog facts
Packet	LANDrop
Free Free and open source under the GPL-3.0 or later.	Free Free to download, with an option to donate.
Linux	Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, iOS
Works with the Quick Share feature already on Android phones Sends and receives files wirelessly	Automatic discovery of devices on the local network Runs on desktop, mobile and Android TV
Only a partial implementation of the protocol Linux only	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: GPL-3.0-or-later	License not stated
No account needed	Not stated if an account is needed
Works offline	Works offline
Official website Full listing and sources Checked October 1, 2026	Official website Full listing and sources Checked September 24, 2026

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