--- title: "Nextcloud Software Pricing, Alternatives & More 2026 | Capterra" description: "With the help of Capterra, learn about Nextcloud Software - reviews, pricing plans, popular comparisons to other File Sharing products and more." source_url: "https://www.capterra.com/p/161572/NextCloud/" page_type: "product" language: "en" --- # Nextcloud Software Review 2026: Features, Integrations, Pros & Cons Last updated on August 26, 2026 Provider data verified by our Software Research team, and reviews moderated by our Reviews Verification team. [Description](#description)[Use cases](#use-cases)[Alternatives](#alternatives)[FAQs](#faqs)[Users](#users)[Pros and Cons](#pros-cons)[Features](#features)[Pricing](#pricing)[Integrations](#integrations)[Support](#support)[Reviews](#reviews) Nextcloud ## What is Nextcloud? Nextcloud Hub is the most popular self-hosted file sync & content collaboration platform. Nextcloud combines the convenience and ease of use of public clouds with the security, privacy & control business needs. Our 100% open source self-hosted solution quickly deploys & integrates deep in existing storage and user directories, delivering easy collaboration on the go to your users. It is extensible with over 200 first and third party apps from our ecosystem. ## What is Nextcloud used for? [File Sharing](https://www.capterra.com/file-sharing-software/) Recognitions Shortlist Top alternative Featured Overall rating Based on 443 user reviews Reviews sentiment Positive 96% Neutral 3% Negative 0% Pros & cons Full ownership of stored data Self-hosted open source platform Recurring bugs and technical frustrations Starting price €67.89 Per User, Per Year Free trial available Includes Free Version Capterra Shortlist charts the highest-rated and most popular products... - File Sharing / 2025 Our "Best of" badge program showcases products with the highest ratings... Our "Best of" badge program showcases products with the highest ratings... Do you work for Nextcloud?[Manage this product listing](https://digitalmarkets.gartner.com/get-listed/claim-bx?url=https://nextcloud.com&name=Nextcloud) ## Compare with a popular alternative Capterra selects software alternatives based on relevant features, verified user reviews and user interactions. Placement may be influenced by client status. ### Nextcloud 4.6 (443) VS. [4.7 (24,190)](https://www.capterra.com/p/135003/Slack/reviews/) Starting Price €67.89 Per User, Per Year Starting Price $8.75 Per User, Per Month Free Trial Free Version Pricing Options Free Trial Free Version Ease Of Use 4.5 (443) Ease Of Use 4.6 (28,479) Value For Money 4.8 (310) Value For Money 4.5 (20,604) Customer Service 4.2 (207) Customer Service 4.4 (18,598) ## Nextcloud alternatives [4.4 (1,021)](https://www.capterra.com/p/123400/revver/reviews/) Starting price $25.00 Per User, Per Month Pricing Options Free Trial Free Version User Rating 88% of reviewers rated it above 4 stars Highest Rated [Google Drive](https://www.capterra.com/p/161425/Drive/) [4.8 (28,603)](https://www.capterra.com/p/161425/Drive/reviews/) Starting price $7.00 Per User, Per Month Pricing Options Free Trial Free Version User Rating 98% of reviewers rated it above 4 stars [Learn More](https://www.capterra.com/p/161425/Drive/) [Google Workspace](https://www.capterra.com/p/247901/Google-Workspace/) [4.7 (17,685)](https://www.capterra.com/p/247901/Google-Workspace/reviews/) Starting price $7.00 Per User, Per Month Pricing Options Free Trial Free Version User Rating 96% of reviewers rated it above 4 stars [Learn More](https://www.capterra.com/p/247901/Google-Workspace/) [OneDrive](https://www.capterra.com/p/161304/OneDrive/) [4.5 (12,847)](https://www.capterra.com/p/161304/OneDrive/reviews/) Starting price $1.99 Per User, Per Month Pricing Options Free Trial Free Version User Rating 90% of reviewers rated it above 4 stars [Learn More](https://www.capterra.com/p/161304/OneDrive/) [View all alternatives](https://www.capterra.com/p/161572/NextCloud/alternatives/) ## FAQs about Nextcloud Overview ### What problems does Nextcloud solve? Nextcloud solves the risk of storing sensitive files in third-party clouds, version confusion across devices, and fragmented collaboration across file sharing, calendars, contacts, chat, and document editing. IT teams, regulated businesses, legal teams, researchers, and remote project groups use it to keep data controlled, synced, and securely accessible. Answer based on 212 reviews Overview ### Which roles and teams benefit most from Nextcloud? Nextcloud is most used by IT administrators, systems engineers, developers, and business leaders such as owners, CEOs, CTOs, and directors. IT teams manage secure file sharing, user access, and self-hosted infrastructure, while developers support integrations. Leadership teams use it to centralize collaboration, protect data, and maintain operational control. Answer based on 442 reviews Overview ### What company size and industries is Nextcloud built for? Nextcloud is built mainly for small businesses, which make up 77% of reviewers, and it is most common in Information Technology and Services at 20%. It also serves enterprise and midsize companies, with additional use in Computer Software at 12% and Computer & Network Security at 5%, primarily for file sharing. Answer based on 442 reviews Features and Usability ### What are the key features of Nextcloud? Nextcloud includes core file sharing and cloud storage, plus file sync across desktop and mobile devices. Reviewers also focus on differentiators like access controls and permissions, encryption, calendar and contacts, team chat via Talk, and third-party integrations through apps, APIs, LDAP, S3, and office editing connectors. Answer based on 122 reviews Pricing ### How much does it cost and what fees or limitations are included? Nextcloud starts free, with paid plans from €40 per user/year for Talk-Standard, €67.89 for Files-Standard, €99.99 for Files-Premium, and €195 for Files-Ultimate. A free version and free trial are available. Reviewers say it can be low-cost and trap-free, but setup, hosting, maintenance, and support can raise costs. Answer based on 81 reviews Integrations ### Which third-party tools and platforms does Nextcloud integrate with? Nextcloud integrates with 10 third-party tools and platforms, including ONLYOFFICE Workspace, Microsoft 365, GitHub, draw.io, BigBlueButton, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft SharePoint, and Rocket.Chat. Reviewer mentions highlight document collaboration, code repository connections, diagramming, automation through IFTTT, and Microsoft account authentication as common integration use cases. Answer based on 131 reviews Getting Started and Support ### How easy is it to onboard and train a team on Nextcloud? Nextcloud is generally quick for end users to learn, with a familiar web interface that many teams adopt with minimal IT training. Training is available through in-person sessions, live online training, webinars, videos, and documentation. Admins and first-time installers often need more time, especially for server setup and updates. Answer based on 11 reviews Getting Started and Support ### What customer support options does Nextcloud offer, and how do users rate the experience? Nextcloud offers email/help desk, FAQ/forum, knowledge base, phone support, 24/7 live representatives, and chat. Users often describe the forums, documentation, and community as helpful and active, especially during setup, but some report limited support during trials, weaker guidance for complex upgrades, and a need for technical skills. Answer based on 27 reviews Security ### How does Nextcloud handle data security and access control? Nextcloud protects data through self-hosted or on-premises deployment, privacy-focused file sharing, two-factor authentication, encryption, secure links, file access controls, read/write permissions, HTTPS, SSL or VPN options, and admin security checks. Reviewers note encryption and key management can be difficult or inconsistent, and some want more granular app and folder access controls. Answer based on 78 reviews ## Who uses Nextcloud? Based on Capterra reviews from the past 6 years Talk to a software expert to get a free software list tailored to your business needs ## Pros and Cons Full ownership of stored data 98% positive reviews out of 55 Most reviewers describe data control as crucial, allowing secure, private, and compliant storage on their own servers. Recurring bugs and technical frustrations 68% negative reviews out of 40 Some reviewers report frequent bugs, update issues, and unreliable app behavior, causing frustration and workflow interruptions. Self-hosted open source platform 100% positive reviews out of 33 Reviewers appreciate open source flexibility, enabling self-hosting, customization, and cost savings for organizations. Integrated calendar and contacts management 97% positive reviews out of 31 Most reviewers indicate calendar and contacts features simplify collaboration, syncing, and organization across devices and teams. ## Features AI summary Based on 18,930 File Sharing reviews Capterra reviewers highlight these as the features buyers care about most when choosing file sharing software: - **File Transfer** (**53%** of reviewers rated this feature as critical) - **Document Storage** (**56%**) - **Secure Data Storage** (**59%**) Nextcloud supports **File Transfer** and **Secure Data Storage**, giving teams a way to move files between users while keeping sensitive business data protected. However, it does not include **Document Storage**. Instead, it offers other features that reviewers also consider important, including **Access Controls/Permissions** (**46%**), **Mobile Access** (**47%**), and **Real Time Synchronization** (**44%**), helping businesses control who can view files, stay connected from different devices, and keep content up to date across teams. File Transfer 4.5 (22) 86.36% of 22 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important Move files across different systems or networks Secure Data Storage 4.5 (22) 81.82% of 22 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important Securely stores data to prevent data loss or breaches Access Controls/Permissions 4.5 (59) 57.63% of 59 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important Define levels of authorization for access to specific files or systems Mobile Access 4.4 (41) 51.22% of 41 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important Access software remotely via mobile devices Real Time Synchronization 4.6 (51) 64.71% of 51 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important Files and folders are updated in real-time when changes/edits are made Search/Filter 4.3 (40) 42.50% of 40 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important Search and filter data across systems to locate required information by entering keywords or certain criteria Nextcloud 22 features ### All Features - Access Controls/Permissions: Define levels of authorization for access to specific files or systems - Activity Dashboard: Dashboard to view the status of ongoing processes, identify current incidents and track past activities - Alerts/Notifications: Alerts or notifications of various types such as pop-up messages, sounds, banners, or badges - API: Application programming interface that allows for integration with other systems/databases - Audit Trail: A record of all activities within the system, including user access, changes made, etc. - Authentication: Verify the identity of users/devices to enable secure access - Calendar Management: Track and manage schedules and meetings via an integrated calendar - Collaboration Tools: Provides a channel for team members to share AI models, media files, communicate, and work together - Data Synchronization: Synchronizing data between two or more devices/systems and automatically updating changes to maintain consistency - Drag & Drop: Assemble applications and processes by dragging over and arranging pre-built components - Encryption: Convert data into a code for security - File Management: Create, save, and store files - File Transfer: Move files across different systems or networks - Messaging: Communicate using messages within the system - Mobile Access: Access software remotely via mobile devices - Real Time Synchronization: Files and folders are updated in real-time when changes/edits are made - Real-Time Notifications: Notifications that are delivered to users as soon as an event occurs - Search/Filter: Search and filter data across systems to locate required information by entering keywords or certain criteria - Secure Data Storage: Securely stores data to prevent data loss or breaches - Task Management: Create, manage and track all task activities and progression - Version Control: Track revisions and updates made to files and navigate between different versions - Workflow Management: Create, design and manage workflows for repetitive tasks --- Get Advice We can help you find the software with the features you need. Features 4.5 (443) 4.5 Based on 443 reviews ## Pricing Value for money 4.8 (310) Free Trial Free Version [View pricing plan details](https://www.capterra.com/p/161572/NextCloud/pricing/) Nextcloud Files-Standard €67.89 Per User,Per Year It includes: - Nextcloud Files - Mobile and desktop clients - Enterprise capabilities - Fully Open Source - Nextcloud Guard - Early security and stability patches Nextcloud Files-Premium €99.99 Per User,Per Year It includes: - 5+ years Maintenance life cycle - Custom consulting and integrations - Upgrade stand-by support - Support for clustered instances - SLA on fixes Nextcloud Files-Ultimate €195.00 Per User,Per Year It includes: - Nextcloud Assistant - Nextcloud Flow - Nextcloud Whiteboard - SIP bridge for phone dial-in and dial-out Nextcloud Talk-Standard €40.00 Per User,Per Year It includes: - Nextcloud Talk - Branding Value for money 4.8 (310) 4.8 Based on 310 reviews ## Integrations [ GitHub](https://www.capterra.com/p/129067/GitHub/)[ Microsoft SharePoint](https://www.capterra.com/p/1167/SharePoint/)[ Moodle](https://www.capterra.com/p/80691/Moodle/)[ Microsoft Outlook](https://www.capterra.com/p/227138/Microsoft-Outlook/)[ draw.io](https://www.capterra.com/p/166985/draw-io/)[ ONLYOFFICE Workspace](https://www.capterra.com/p/141243/ONLYOFFICE/)[ Rocket.Chat](https://www.capterra.com/p/161575/Rocket-Chat/)[ Zimbra Collaboration Suite](https://www.capterra.com/p/60349/Zimbra-Collaboration-Suite/) Connect with a Capterra advisor for a free 15-minute consultation Get a personalized software list aligned to your business needs with guidance from our expert advisors. Our team has helped 1 million+ businesses like yours find options that fit their needs. ## Support, customer service and training options Customer Service 4.2 (207) Support - Email/Help Desk - FAQs/Forum - Knowledge Base - Phone Support - 24/7 (Live rep) - Chat Training - In Person - Live Online - Webinars - Documentation - Videos Deployment - Web - Android - iPhone/iPad Typical users - Freelancers - Small businesses - Mid size businesses - Enterprises Customer Service 4.2 (207) 4.2 Based on 207 reviews ## User reviews Overall rating 4.6 Based on 443 reviews Filter by rating 5(298) 4(129) 3(15) 2(1) 1(0) Mentioned topic Sorted by most recent CL Cyril L. Responsable système d’informations Construction ### "Excellent produit pour un prix nul" 5.0 Overall Rating 5.0 5.0 Ease of Use 5.0 5.0 Features 5.0 5.0 Customer Service 4.0 4.0 Likelihood to Recommend 9/10 August 8, 2026 J’ai planifié une tâche de redémarrage tous les 2 jours la nuit, et tout fonctionne correctement depuis. Avec un peu d’huile de coude, j’ai un service pro et gratuit ! Le service payant aurait résolu le problème. Pros L’aspect le plus appréciable est le prix ! Monté sur Ubuntu en open, le coût est nul. De nombreux plugins existent et améliorent le produit. Cons Collabora Online Development Édition, le plugin permettant de modifier les documents stockés, gratuit lui aussi, est quelque fois défaillant et ne charge plus. Un redémarrage résout le probleme. Switched from [ownCloud](https://www.capterra.com/p/176602/ownCloud/) Chargé sur Univention, Owncloud est arrivé en fin de vie sous cette formule. Sans regret ! Alternatives considered [OneDrive](https://www.capterra.com/p/161304/OneDrive/) Reasons for choosing Nextcloud Le prix, imbattable ! Onedrive est bien plus onéreux, même dans sa version la plus basique. Review source Non-incentivized review: any software user can leave a review for any product listed on our site. All submitted reviews are subject to our verification process prior to publication. DG Derek G. Owner Accounting ### "Ideal for self-hosted file management" 5.0 Overall Rating 5.0 5.0 Ease of Use 5.0 5.0 Features 5.0 5.0 Customer Service 5.0 5.0 Likelihood to Recommend 8/10 April 8, 2025 Nextcloud is the top self-hosted file software for return on investment Pros It provides straightforward sharing capabilities with our entire team and solid collaboration features. Cons we had to reach out to customer service several times during setup, so it's not exactly a plug-and-play solution Review source Non-incentivized review: any software user can leave a review for any product listed on our site. All submitted reviews are subject to our verification process prior to publication. PP Pierre P. Commercial Computer Software ### "Utilisation Nextcloud " 4.0 Overall Rating 4.0 4.0 Ease of Use 5.0 5.0 Features 4.0 4.0 Customer Service 4.0 4.0 Likelihood to Recommend 7/10 March 3, 2025 Bonne expérience, simple, fluide. C'est un bon outil open source qui permet le lancement. Pros solution cloud souveraine et open source permettant le stockage, le partage de fichiers, la collaboration et la communication sécurisée. Il offre une expérience fluide et personnalisable, avec des fonctionnalités comme OnlyOffice, messagerie, visioconférence et synchronisation multi-appareils. Son principal atout est la maîtrise des données, mais son déploiement et sa maintenance nécessitent des compétences techniques. Cons moins de choix dans l'intégration native, nécessitent des compétences en auto hébergement. Quelques bugs aussi avec les MAJ. Review source Incentivized review: software users are invited to submit an honest review and offered a nominal incentive for their time and effort. All incentivized reviews are subject to our verification process prior to publication. US Uwe S. Administrator Civic & Social Organization ### "Open Source Tool für Zusammenarbeit" 5.0 Overall Rating 5.0 5.0 Ease of Use 4.0 4.0 Features 4.0 4.0 Customer Service 4.0 4.0 Likelihood to Recommend 9/10 January 13, 2025 Wir haben die Plattform als Collaboration Tool mit ca. 100 Beschäftigten im Einsatz. Pros Das es eine Open Source Lösung ist, die keine Lizenzgebühren kostet. Cons Die Bedienung ist nicht immer intuitiv. Es erschließt sich nicht alles von selbst. Review source Non-incentivized review: any software user can leave a review for any product listed on our site. All submitted reviews are subject to our verification process prior to publication. EA Ekin A. HR Civil Engineering ### "NextCloud for Businees Cloud" 5.0 Overall Rating 5.0 5.0 Ease of Use 5.0 5.0 Features 5.0 5.0 Customer Service 0.0 0.0 Likelihood to Recommend 9/10 December 24, 2024 Pros The biggest plus is that it is open source. Multifunctional software with apps that can be added Cons Sometimes it becomes unstable and takes time to recover. Review source Incentivized review: software users are invited to submit an honest review and offered a nominal incentive for their time and effort. All incentivized reviews are subject to our verification process prior to publication. MR Markus R. DevOps Engineer Information Technology and Services ### "Gut für Datenschutz" 4.0 Overall Rating 4.0 4.0 Ease of Use 3.0 3.0 Features 4.0 4.0 Customer Service 4.0 4.0 Likelihood to Recommend 7/10 November 10, 2024 Gut. Das Ökosystem bietet viel, auch gibt es viele Firmen welche Consulting, Support oder sogar den Betrieb anbieten. Pros Die Software kann selbst betrieben werden, was insbesondere aus Datenschutzgründen einen Vorteil bietet. Cons Die Wartbarkeit ist anstrengend, da es Nextcloud immer wieder schafft Bugs einzuführen, welche frustrieren. Review source Incentivized review: software users are invited to submit an honest review and offered a nominal incentive for their time and effort. All incentivized reviews are subject to our verification process prior to publication. Giuseppe D. sistemista Information Technology and Services ### "treds Nextcloud" 5.0 Overall Rating 5.0 5.0 Ease of Use 5.0 5.0 Features 5.0 5.0 Customer Service 3.0 3.0 Likelihood to Recommend 7/10 June 20, 2024 software well done, easy of installation, easy of use and rifh of functionality, there are some bug, but it offer an satisfyng user experience. Pros the software is very powerful and offer high customization and a high level of security, but there are some bug on arm devices. Cons when i m try to mount an external nas it give me an error. Switched from [FileRun](https://www.capterra.com/p/155824/FileRun/) better control and lots of plugin. it can use only for a file and folder share, but can use external NAS Alternatives considered [FileRun](https://www.capterra.com/p/155824/FileRun/) Review source Incentivized review: software users are invited to submit an honest review and offered a nominal incentive for their time and effort. All incentivized reviews are subject to our verification process prior to publication. BS Brian S. IT Manager Libraries ### "Works well for file sharing service" 4.0 Overall Rating 4.0 4.0 Ease of Use 4.0 4.0 Features 4.0 4.0 Customer Service 0.0 0.0 Likelihood to Recommend 9/10 February 22, 2024 Overall, the software performs the specific task we needed it for, so have no complaints as a whole. As noted, there are a couple of "nice to have" things, though, that would make it much better. Pros We needed the ability to accept files (e.g., a file drop service), and this was easily accomplished with Nextcloud. It was fairly simple to set up and has worked very well. Cons I wish integrations like Microsoft 365 authentication were better built in. There is some support, but it's extremely cumbersome. I had it working for a while, and then out of nowhere it just stopped. No clue what happened. I didn't want to risk that in production, so for now, we've disabled that and created separate accounts. I would also like better local encryption options. Switched from [Box](https://www.capterra.com/p/148766/Box/) The main reason was pricing. We only used it as a file sharing service for specific tasks, which did not justify a more expensive product. Review source Incentivized review: software users are invited to submit an honest review and offered a nominal incentive for their time and effort. All incentivized reviews are subject to our verification process prior to publication. MH Maurice H. Ict consultant Information Technology and Services ### "Nextcloud a must have company tool" 4.0 Overall Rating 4.0 4.0 Ease of Use 5.0 5.0 Features 5.0 5.0 Customer Service 5.0 5.0 Likelihood to Recommend 10/10 February 8, 2024 Pros Open source, high level of security and privacy, fully configurable without software restrictions. Great support Cons Although Nextcloud is well documented and a big community is providing support, setting up Nextcloud from scratch requires some IT skills and knowledge. Reasons for choosing Nextcloud We choose Nextcloud due to Security and Privacy considerations. It is just the best tool available to stay in control of your private and company data. Review source Non-incentivized review: any software user can leave a review for any product listed on our site. All submitted reviews are subject to our verification process prior to publication. AN Anonymous User Owner Computer Software ### "Own your own cloud server" 5.0 Overall Rating 5.0 5.0 Ease of Use 5.0 5.0 Features 5.0 5.0 Customer Service 4.0 4.0 Likelihood to Recommend 10/10 February 1, 2024 You phone is important and the data on it is even more important. With some products, it uploads a small amount of information but misses text messages, caller loags, and other critical files. With an 8tb hard drive, expenses from other commercial cloud art era go down keeping your information safe and secure. Pros Fast and secured file transfers from phones and cloud server using VPN and SSL options. Cons Sometimes you work on app but when an update happens, it isn't available (probably for good reasons). Switched from [OneDrive](https://www.capterra.com/p/161304/OneDrive/) Unlimited storage capabilities, easy to expand, and better control over what is stored. Reasons for choosing Nextcloud The ability of running the system on a Raspberry Pi that can make it easy to add more servers and hard drives, as needed, to increase services. Review source Non-incentivized review: any software user can leave a review for any product listed on our site. All submitted reviews are subject to our verification process prior to publication. Response from Vendor February 5, 2024 Thank you so much for your kind review! We are happy you enjoy and get lots of use out of Nextcloud. Thanks again for taking the time. [View all Reviews](https://www.capterra.com/p/161572/NextCloud/reviews/) ## Top-rated software of 2026 ### Fill out the form and we'll send a list of the top-rated software based on real user reviews directly to your inbox. 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