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Pros

  • LimeWire’s AI image generator is a fantastic tool for anyone needing creative and unique visuals. It’s reliable, easy to use, and a great addition to the platform’s features.

  • Visually, LimeWire has invested good effort in making the look attractive, interesting, and supportive, with the minimal design a good choice.

  • Great experience overall and I am excited to see the future growth of their operation.

  • My overall experience with LimeWire has been excellent, LimeWire makes sharing files simple and easy… and the best part about it is LimeWire doesn’t require you to login or signup to share files.

Cons

  • It's a shame there isn't a free version for creating images, with just limited use and fewer functions.

  • The lack of an app makes it less convenient sometimes.

  • There is no trial access to file editing tools.

  • It has failed just once, maybe due to some local network issue.

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Marek J. avatar
Marek J.
TV online Video Editor
Media Production, 501-1,000 employees
Used the software for: I used a free trial
Overall Rating
5.0
Ease of Use
5.0
Customer Service
5.0
Features
4.0
Value for Money
5.0
Likelihood to Recommend
9/10
Reviewer Source
Source: Capterra
January 1, 2025

"LimeWire is working great as a file-share service - my real experience with clients"

Overall: Working great as a file-share service. Much better than WeTransfer, which was my first choice until I switch to LimeWire.

Pros: As a professional video editor of unscripted TV shows for the biggest TV broadcasters I send preview files of my editing sessions to my clients for review. I`ve started using LimeWire for this purpose over month ago, and it`s doing great! What I like most in LimeWire: - easy to share links with my clients, - 4TB is plenty for sending preview files for reviews, - tracking downloads is great to have. Now I know if my clients even downloaded my work for reviews. As for now I didn`t use built-in AI tools, but it is good to have them just in case. Specially music generator is a thing!

Cons: - didn`t noticed so far, but cons may be exposed later on.

Switched From: WeTransfer
Reasons for Switching to LimeWire: WeTransfer free plan is very limited. Low file size limit and to short period for download files.
Carlton H.
President
Management Consulting, 1-10 employees
Used the software for: I used a free trial
Overall Rating
5.0
Ease of Use
5.0
Customer Service
5.0
Features
5.0
Value for Money
5.0
Likelihood to Recommend
10/10
Reviewer Source
Source: Capterra
January 20, 2025

"LimeWire is back!"

Overall: LimeWire was very practical and easy to use.

Pros: Very simple to use. It's even better than some of the costly sites.

Cons: I needed to download more for my trial period, but it wasn't possible.

Switched From: WeTransfer
Reasons for Switching to LimeWire: I don't feel that I was getting enough for the price... or I just felt there were better deals elsewhere. for "starving students."
Ben G.
Webmaster
Computer Software, 1-10 employees
Used the software for: I used a free trial
Overall Rating
5.0
Ease of Use
5.0
Features
3.0
Value for Money
4.0
Likelihood to Recommend
5/10
Reviewer Source
Source: Capterra
December 21, 2024

"Greatly priced file sharing and editing service online"

Overall: My overall experience with LimeWire has been decent as far as cloud storage goes, it's very simple and decently priced so I will continue to use it.

Pros: What I liked most about LimeWire is the decent pricing-per-GB and that they use AI to assist with the naming, tagging and overall editing of files.

Cons: Still in very early stages and some features are not available yet such as downloadable clients. In a way I am disappointed that LimeWire decided to move away from P2P, and are also advertising their own cryptocurrency, but it is nice to see it back decades later using a more useful service.

Alternatives Considered: Google Drive
Reasons for Choosing LimeWire: The pricing of LimeWire was a lot more acceptable compared to Google Drive.
Darsean J.
CEO
Music, Self-employed
Used the software for: 2+ years
Overall Rating
5.0
Ease of Use
5.0
Customer Service
5.0
Features
5.0
Value for Money
5.0
Likelihood to Recommend
10/10
Reviewer Source
Source: Capterra
December 17, 2024

"LimeWire Excellence"

Overall: My overall experience with LimeWire has been excellent, LimeWire makes sharing files simple and easy… and the best part about it is LimeWire doesn’t require you to login or signup to share files.

Pros: I like how I can share files easily and I can share the files I upload as a link or QR code, the QR code is an amazing feature to have for sharing files.

Cons: I liked least that the image enhancer is only available on paid membership plans.

Switched From: WeTransfer
Reasons for Switching to LimeWire: LimeWire is much simpler than the competing products in the File Sharing space.
RAVI Y.
SITE ADMIN
Construction, 1,001-5,000 employees
Used the software for: Less than 6 months
Overall Rating
5.0
Ease of Use
5.0
Customer Service
5.0
Features
5.0
Value for Money
5.0
Likelihood to Recommend
10/10
Reviewer Source
Source: Capterra
January 2, 2025

"it a good transfer link and i am sure it will take over to We transfer"

Overall: i have good experiance with limewir and its make me feel comfortable to send and receive files

Pros: it giving 21 day validity of a link and Add free

Cons: file details showing like facebook it should be file name only no need to show file preview

Switched From: WeTransfer
Reasons for Switching to LimeWire: i mover from there because they have make there interface complicated and reduce there validity duration and they allow only 10 transfer in a month
fayaz S.
IT
Food Production, 51-200 employees
Used the software for: Less than 6 months
Overall Rating
5.0
Ease of Use
5.0
Customer Service
5.0
Features
5.0
Value for Money
5.0
Likelihood to Recommend
10/10
Reviewer Source
Source: Capterra
January 14, 2025

"testimonial"

Overall: My overall experience with LimeWire is generally positive. It is an easy-to-use platform that gave me quick access. LimeWire is a key part of the file-sharing era, but it has flaws.

Pros: I, liked most about LimeWire was its simplicity and ease of use, the interface was incredibly user-friendly.

Cons: occasional risk of downloading harmful files

Switched From: SendBig
Reasons for Switching to LimeWire: It switches from send big to limewire, the product itself has been updated.
Roger B. avatar
Roger B.
Owner Head Designer
Design, 1-10 employees
Used the software for: Less than 6 months
Overall Rating
5.0
Ease of Use
5.0
Customer Service
5.0
Features
5.0
Value for Money
5.0
Likelihood to Recommend
10/10
Reviewer Source
Source: Capterra
January 20, 2025

"Easy as 1 2 3"

Overall: Seems easy to use & love to be able to send work files easy

Pros: The ease of uploading files & folders. Makes it easy to work remotely.

Cons: I actually did not see anything i didn't like

Alternatives Considered: Dropbox Business
Reasons for Choosing LimeWire: Larger file sends & better foldee/files control
Switched From: WeTransfer
Reasons for Switching to LimeWire: Larger file sends & better foldee/files control
YUMA M. avatar
YUMA M.
President
Arts and Crafts, Self-employed
Used the software for: I used a free trial
Overall Rating
5.0
Ease of Use
5.0
Customer Service
5.0
Features
5.0
Value for Money
5.0
Likelihood to Recommend
10/10
Reviewer Source
Source: Capterra
January 5, 2025

"BEST TRANSFER WAY."

Pros: Simple and powerful data sharing system.

Cons: User interface still not very sophisticated.

Switched From: WeTransfer
Reasons for Switching to LimeWire: The site is no longer free, and the site is also cluttered and difficult to view.
Verified Reviewer
Director
Newspapers, 1-10 employees
Used the software for: Less than 6 months
Overall Rating
5.0
Ease of Use
5.0
Customer Service
5.0
Features
5.0
Value for Money
5.0
Likelihood to Recommend
10/10
Reviewer Source
Source: Capterra
January 26, 2025

"Excellent and easy to use"

Overall: Easy to use and quick and easy. Quick to access and send files.

Pros: Easy and quick to use, the ability to send out thew links and the quick preview before downloading is great.

Cons: Nothing everything seems to be great. An address book would be good.

Switched From: WeTransfer
Reasons for Switching to LimeWire: Cost and use of service kept changing and changing.
Kevin M. W. avatar
Kevin M. W.
Doctor of Chiropractic, Continuing Education Instructor
Medical Practice, 1-10 employees
Used the software for: Less than 6 months
Overall Rating
5.0
Ease of Use
5.0
Customer Service
4.0
Features
4.0
Value for Money
4.0
Likelihood to Recommend
10/10
Reviewer Source
Source: Capterra
December 29, 2024

"A Great Site to Send Files to Others!"

Overall: A great way to send files and documents for free. Plus, their free program covers files that are large enough up to a point.

Pros: It's very easy to find, download, and send documents, presentations, and files. I have been using other services similar to Lime Wire but this one is easier.

Cons: there is a free data limit but I understand why.

Switched From: WeTransfer
Reasons for Switching to LimeWire: weTransfer does not have a very large capacity for sending files like LimWire does
Andy C.
Digital Learning Consultant
E-Learning, Self-employed
Used the software for: Less than 6 months
Overall Rating
4.0
Ease of Use
4.0
Customer Service
4.0
Features
4.0
Value for Money
4.0
Likelihood to Recommend
8/10
Reviewer Source
Source: Capterra
December 22, 2024

"A breath of fresh air"

Overall: Overall I would certainly use LimeWire for future software transfers and deliveries.

Pros: A file sharing platform with a difference. Unlike WeTransfer I really like the concept of showing the files in groups. My clients also really like the platform.

Cons: The user interface could be a little more refined but I appreciate that this is early days for the software.

Switched From: WeTransfer
Reasons for Switching to LimeWire: Limewire appeals to my needs and those of my clients
Ilayda T.
Marketing Manager
Education Management, Self-employed
Used the software for: Less than 6 months
Overall Rating
5.0
Ease of Use
5.0
Customer Service
5.0
Features
5.0
Value for Money
5.0
Likelihood to Recommend
10/10
Reviewer Source
Source: Capterra
January 19, 2025

"LimeWire is a great option to use"

Overall: It is very easy to use and I liked how it looks overall.

Pros: That it is easy to navigate and fulfills my needs

Cons: Nothing. I did not come across any negative aspects.

Switched From: WeTransfer
Reasons for Switching to LimeWire: I was looking for a simpler and much inexpensive option
Fanis T.
Video editor
Media Production, Self-employed
Used the software for: Less than 6 months
Overall Rating
5.0
Ease of Use
5.0
Customer Service
5.0
Features
5.0
Value for Money
5.0
Likelihood to Recommend
10/10
Reviewer Source
Source: Capterra
December 22, 2024

"The best file transfer tool."

Overall: Excellent... Great tool. Never stop the uploading and feel safe that the file will be send.

Pros: Fast with great workflow. Giving options for sending files like link or via email.

Cons: Some mobile phones aren't able to download the link.

Switched From: WeTransfer
Reasons for Switching to LimeWire: The free option about sending capacity files.
Ryan T.
Boss
Writing and Editing, Self-employed
Used the software for: I used a free trial
Overall Rating
5.0
Ease of Use
5.0
Customer Service
3.0
Features
5.0
Value for Money
4.0
Likelihood to Recommend
9/10
Reviewer Source
Source: Capterra
January 29, 2025

"It's been great"

Overall: I haven't been using it long, but it's overall been great.

Pros: Quickly and reliably able to transfer large files with family and friends.

Cons: I haven't found anything so far to complain about.

Switched From: WeTransfer
Reasons for Switching to LimeWire: Liked the features available from LimeWire more
Sarah P.
Online retail sales
Retail, Self-employed
Used the software for: 2+ years
Overall Rating
5.0
Ease of Use
4.0
Customer Service
4.0
Features
5.0
Value for Money
3.0
Likelihood to Recommend
8/10
Reviewer Source
Source: Capterra
December 8, 2024

"The New LimeWire, Better Than Ever"

Overall: I enjoyed LimeWire several years ago when it was around and so far it's had what looks like an amazing major upgrade and much more added content. I'm looking forward to whatever they might possibly come out with next, because so far it's been very exciting!

Pros: I used to have LimeWire a very long time ago, they were great then, they are great now. The added image generator is a huge huge plus for me, I absolutely am in love with Ai art, and the one LimeWire has is just, amazing and very prompt adhesive, I love that.

Cons: I think what I liked the least about LimeWire is the cost of the LMWR Tokens.. It's just a bit too expensive, in my opinion.

Fabricio V.
Owner
Leisure, Travel & Tourism, 11-50 employees
Used the software for: 6-12 months
Overall Rating
5.0
Ease of Use
5.0
Customer Service
5.0
Features
5.0
Value for Money
5.0
Likelihood to Recommend
10/10
Reviewer Source
Source: Capterra
January 25, 2025

"Old FileTransfer, New LimeWire | Best Update ever"

Overall: Very satisfied and we will keep using limewire

Pros: Filetransfer, now limewire has provided really good improvements and we use it daily now. Much better than wetransfer

Cons: So far everything has been working every well

Switched From: WeTransfer
Reasons for Switching to LimeWire: Less ads on limewire and better interface
Anthony C.
Sole Proprietor
Music, Self-employed
Used the software for: Less than 6 months
Overall Rating
5.0
Ease of Use
4.0
Customer Service
3.0
Features
5.0
Value for Money
3.0
Likelihood to Recommend
8/10
Reviewer Source
Source: Capterra
December 21, 2024

"LimeWire: The Next Big Move"

Overall: Great experience overall and I am excited to see the future growth of their operation. I’m hoping more investment can be made into their business and that high profile figures adopt and promote their platform more.

Pros: I enjoy how easy and simple their user interface is to use. The website allows any user to easily navigate through their pages and the layout is very helpful. Moving through the website doesn’t seem laborious, it’s efficiently organized and give the user a simplified experienced. Visually, LimeWire has invested good effort in making the look attractive, interesting, and supportive, with the minimal design a good choice. The file sharing, their main component, is at par with competitors such as WeTransfer and Dropbox.

Cons: I think the AI component could be enhanced in quality and optionality. Perhaps they could move into video content and more customizable features.

Sam N.
Owner, Animator, Illustrator
Animation, Self-employed
Used the software for: I used a free trial
Overall Rating
5.0
Ease of Use
3.0
Customer Service
4.0
Features
5.0
Value for Money
4.0
Likelihood to Recommend
10/10
Reviewer Source
Source: Capterra
December 9, 2024

"Limewire, powerful AI tools that give back to the user, not just a file sharing application"

Overall: The UI could be more straightforward, but once you get the hang of it the tools on offer are powerful. It's also a huge incentive to create when there 70% of the LMWR crypto each image generates goes to the creator. Other AI software tools fall way behind in this respect and it would be good to see this feature being adopted across the industry, though it seems unlikely. This would go further to strengthen the limewire brand.

Pros: The new AI tools are really good value, very useful for creatives. Also, the fact each generation has the potential to gain the user their LMWR crypto is a huge sell. It's a great idea that gives back to users and subscribers, it's a shame no other AI software application offers this feature.

Cons: It doesn't seem like you can trial the AI tools for free before committing to purchase some of their cryptocurrency in order to do that.

Mario C.
Photographer
Photography, Self-employed
Used the software for: Less than 6 months
Overall Rating
5.0
Ease of Use
5.0
Customer Service
5.0
Features
5.0
Value for Money
5.0
Likelihood to Recommend
10/10
Reviewer Source
Source: Capterra
December 22, 2024

"A new valid option to wetransfer!"

Overall: Uploading files and sharing them with others is an extremely simple process. The integrated AI is also very effective and helps a lot!

Pros: I like the fact that you can share up to 200 GB, which is a lot of data compared to what LimeWire's competitors offer.

Cons: Honestly, this service has no weaknesses that I could find. If it did, I certainly wouldn’t have written such a positive review. Everything works smoothly, and the features are well-designed, making it an excellent choice overall.

Switched From: WeTransfer
Reasons for Switching to LimeWire: Because of the price and the limit storage
Verified Reviewer
Interviewer
Telecommunications, 201-500 employees
Used the software for: 6-12 months
Overall Rating
4.0
Ease of Use
3.0
Customer Service
5.0
Features
4.0
Value for Money
4.0
Likelihood to Recommend
6/10
Reviewer Source
Source: Capterra
December 17, 2024

"Above Average Software"

Overall: It was a mostly positive experience. Most people use it for good peer to peer sharing, but I liked the AI image generation options that it has.

Pros: The AI image generation software that they have available is what I liked and used the most.

Cons: Some of the GUI is clunky but it's not a deal breaker in my opinion.

Anthony M.
ceo
Retail, 1-10 employees
Used the software for: Less than 6 months
Overall Rating
5.0
Ease of Use
5.0
Customer Service
5.0
Features
5.0
Value for Money
5.0
Likelihood to Recommend
5/10
Reviewer Source
Source: Capterra
January 3, 2025

"LIMEWIRE is a blast"

Overall: fun exciting new and different everyone should try it

Pros: AI was cool and the crypto currnency is nice and music part is nice

Cons: nothing bad to say about it all good things

Naveen S.
Director
Civic & Social Organization, Self-employed
Used the software for: I used a free trial
Overall Rating
4.0
Ease of Use
5.0
Features
4.0
Value for Money
4.0
Likelihood to Recommend
9/10
Reviewer Source
Source: Capterra
December 7, 2024

"Limewire is BACK"

Overall: Its simple to use. Iconic design and brand!

Pros: LimeWire is back and this time with file transfers and AI features to edit files. I am excited about this possibility. The combination of a very user-friendly AI tool and file sharing system, along with their rewarding of LMWR, a cryptotoken, for active users is brilliant! Looking forward to the evolution of Limewire.

Cons: Free Users dont' get any credits to use the AI features. That's a bummer. It would be great if some credits were also offered for free users.

Jovan C.
Photographer
Fine Art, Self-employed
Used the software for: Less than 6 months
Overall Rating
5.0
Ease of Use
5.0
Customer Service
5.0
Features
5.0
Value for Money
5.0
Likelihood to Recommend
9/10
Reviewer Source
Source: Capterra
December 31, 2024

"Great app! "

Overall: Excited! I like the user interface experience

Pros: Good app really i liked it! I like the interface!

Cons: Only 4gb free space, i didn't like that because filetransfer gave 6gb for free.

Switched From: FileTransfer.io
Reasons for Switching to LimeWire: Because the app relocated us to limeware
Gabriel D.
Owner
Construction, 1-10 employees
Used the software for: Less than 6 months
Overall Rating
5.0
Ease of Use
4.0
Customer Service
5.0
Features
4.0
Value for Money
5.0
Likelihood to Recommend
10/10
Reviewer Source
Source: Capterra
December 22, 2024

"Interesting"

Overall: Juat started so I have to keep playing with it.

Pros: I like the thought of making music i just have to learn how to program what i want.

Cons: It might just be on my end but i cant seem to figure out how to make the beat 3 min.

Jef T.
Art Director
Design, Self-employed
Used the software for: I used a free trial
Overall Rating
5.0
Ease of Use
5.0
Customer Service
4.0
Features
5.0
Value for Money
5.0
Likelihood to Recommend
9/10
Reviewer Source
Source: Capterra
January 13, 2025

"A relief for small businesses everywhere"

Overall: So far it has been really good. Relieved to have found this, to be honest.

Pros: A great alternative to the usual services but without the pricey membership tags.

Cons: Hard to find fault really! It presently beats all the others on the market.