AWS Transfer for SFTP [EOL] vs Globalscape EFT comparison

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AWS Transfer for SFTP [EOL]

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Jun 8, 2025

AWS Transfer for SFTP [EOL] and Globalscape EFT compete in the domain of secure file transfers. Globalscape EFT has the upper hand due to its advanced security features and flexibility.

Features: AWS Transfer for SFTP [EOL] integrates with AWS identity and storage, uses AWS management tools, and offers seamless AWS service integration. Globalscape EFT provides comprehensive security controls, advanced automation, and compliance features.

Ease of Deployment and Customer Service: AWS Transfer for SFTP [EOL] offers intuitive deployment for AWS users, leveraging AWS management tools and customer service. Globalscape EFT provides flexible configurations, robust customer support, and adaptability across different IT environments.

Pricing and ROI: AWS Transfer for SFTP [EOL] is competitively priced for AWS customers with cost-effective scaling. Globalscape EFT, despite higher initial costs, offers significant ROI through its comprehensive features and security capabilities.

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AWS Transfer for SFTP [EOL]

Average Rating

8.0

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Globalscape EFT

Average Rating

8.2

Reviews Sentiment

6.9

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Managed File Transfer (MFT) (9th)

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Kyle Titus

Chief Technology Officer at Revio

Always works, handles all types of load, and allows us to have S3 files as storage

Its cost needs improvement. In addition, there could be a universal client that works on all desktops. There could be client software that you use to connect to the server. Generally, AWS doesn't provide one for you, so you have to use either your CLI, maybe your SSH CLI, or use some kind of desktop solution. I had to find a desktop app from a third party to run this. Our clients also do the same everywhere else, so it would be nice if the SFTP Gateway solution came with a client that anyone could download on their Mac, Windows, or any other machine.

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Ravi Kumar Dake

Software Developer at a computer software company with 1,001-5,000 employees

Seamless integration and enhanced automation streamline complex tasks while opportunities exist for improved batch file processing

The best feature of Globalscape EFT is that it has inbuilt encryption. We can use outside PGP encryption or we can use the inbuilt encryption as well, enabling us to do the encryption file transfer to the destinations. The other thing is that, by using the advanced workflow, we can make complex integrations for ease, and the workflow allows us to have alerts and everything by using email notifications through SMTP. We utilize the advanced automation capabilities, and we can also integrate to Azure. In one of the projects, we use Globalscape EFT as an intermediate integration and we use SAP BI where they send the files to Globalscape EFT. We take the files and push them to the banking system, where we get the response and return that back to the SAP system. Globalscape EFT can integrate with the Azure cloud systems as well. We can upload as many files as we can, and we can automate everything using SFTP software such as FileZilla, WinSCP, or any of the SFTP tools.

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Pros

"The most valuable feature for us is data persistence, because it basically gives you a snapshot history and the solution also offers good data recovery."

"Being able to have the S3 files as storage is most valuable. We can use S3 as storage instead of an SFTP server or a machine."

"The solution has helped with collaboration in our organization."

"The solution offers good data recovery."

"Globalscape EFT allows us to have global connections; for example, there are multiple connections using the same SFTP, so we can add a single tab where we can declare it as a global connection and use it in different exports or imports."

"The fact that it is Windows-based was a huge factor for us because most of our endpoints are Windows-based. And the ability to configure it means standardization is available with the product."

"If it weren't for Globalscape's automations, it would be a lot more difficult to use and it has been a blessing to have those features available to us to make our jobs a lot easier."

"The other solutions were cheaper, but they didn't give us the peace of mind to go to bed and know that we were going to have a good night of sleep, which we get with Globalscape EFT."

"The most valuable feature is the automation engine, because it allows you to script or program and it has lots of different features and options. It's something like an IDE for programmers, where they can add variables, arrays, loops, et cetera."

"Previously, we had multiple tools for file transfer; with GlobalSCAPE, we can meet all the business requirements, and its multiple options like folder monitoring and scheduled jobs make it a real-time file transfer solution."

"The most effective feature is its advanced workflow engine. Another feature is the flexibility of the code we use to create tasks."

"The best feature of Globalscape EFT is that it has inbuilt encryption, and by using the advanced workflow, we can make complex integrations for ease, with alerts and email notifications through SMTP, along with the ability to integrate with Azure and automate everything using SFTP tools."

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Cons

"SFTP would be better if it was more automated, particularly for file transfers."

"The tool's UI should be pretty easy and straightforward. I would also like to see a simple audit report of the SFTP guest account that shows the amount of data transfers and security kind enabled."

"Its cost needs improvement. In addition, there could be a universal client that works on all desktops."

"The stability of the solution is medium. There could be some improvements."

"In the past, the tech support that we got from Globalscape was very good. As of late, it has been far less impressive in response time, the knowledge of tier-one agents, and the willingness to escalate to tier-two and three."

"The solution lags a bit when thousands of jobs, multiple users, and multiple developers are accessing it at the same time."

"I do have some complaints or concerns around the centralized platform for the management of file transfer operations, and I know that they're working towards a better solution there. At its core, it's a good feature, but needs some improvements. I would like to see a web interface so that there is universal support across versions, because we have test and production environments that aren't always in sync. It would be nice to have one administrative interface to access both."

"The folder monitoring services need improvement. Currently, with the folder monitoring services in Globalscape, if any changes are made to our firewalls, network, or something else that affects the directory services where the files are located, for some reason, the folder monitoring services get cut out, and the files are left there. They remain in the folder without being sent. I have over 50 file transmission processes that I would have to go to manually re-drop a file into the folder so that it processes the file transmission. There are times where even though I re-drop a file, it still doesn't work. In that case, I have to resynchronize the folder monitoring process, and it is a very big headache on my side that I have to deal with. It is not only related to Globalscape or their development team. It is on our side too. I just sent a support case where we found out yesterday that we had a file transmission that hasn't run in a whole year, and it was an important one. No one on the business side or the IT support side, as well as the vendor, had indicated that the file wasn't received or the data hadn't been updated. I found out that it was the folder monitoring service that was the problem when I initially had the problem last October, and this was the file that I just missed. So, I re-dropped the file in yesterday, and the monitor worked. It runs every week, so we sent a file to that folder, and it processed that out."

"Globalscape EFT needs to improve system performance."

"Another area for improvement is the ARM (Auditing and Reporting Module) database, in terms of accuracy and the data being logged."

"It could improve its operations by incorporating real-time collaboration features like those offered by platforms such as Microsoft OneDrive and Office 365."

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Pricing and Cost Advice

"It's $249 per month per instance. It's not great; it's pretty pricey. We've got multiple users on that one instance. If we had to build it by hand, we would win on cost there, but obviously, there is effort and time. In terms of the additional costs, they do have some specific pricing, but for our use case, we don't end up going over $249. They do specify in their pricing what they're charging for."

"It is a very good product in terms of purchase. It didn't cost that much, even with the way we had scaled and architecturally put things in place. It is definitely comparable to other products."

"Maintenance and services for Globalscape EFT have an annual price tag, and it is not cheap."

"The on-prem licensing is very good. It's a perpetual license and I would advise others to purchase that license. That way, you don't have to pay yearly."

"Globalscape is not cheap, but you get what you pay for. The cost is worth the value of the product. What you're getting is a good, stable solution that does a lot."

"A large factor in our decision to go with Globalscape was the price."

"It is much more competitively priced. Axway is probably three or four times more expensive than Globalscape. I like the server-based license. It's easier to manage than a seat license, which our previous product Axway had. Axway's license model is to charge by the account while Globalscape's model is by the server. It is much simpler and much easier when audit time comes."

"The solution is reasonably priced in comparison to other products."

"It offers excellent value and its pricing is straightforward, making it easy to acquire, set up, and use."

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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Globalscape Managed File Transfer?

I never looked at the pricing for Globalscape EFT because it was at the management level where my line manager handled it. I was a team lead, so we only did the RFQs and everything. I never had a c...

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What needs improvement with Globalscape Managed File Transfer?

Globalscape EFT is prone to errors because one single click can lead to a file being sent to another vendor, and it doesn't give any warning if the code goes out of certain loops. The user interfac...

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What is your primary use case for Globalscape Managed File Transfer?

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Overview

AWS Transfer for SFTP is a fully managed service that enables the transfer of files directly into and out of Amazon S3 using the Secure File Transfer Protocol (SFTP)—also known as Secure Shell (SSH) File Transfer Protocol.

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Globalscape EFT enhances productivity through secure and location-independent data sharing. It features robust automation, integration with Windows and Linux, and a centralized interface for ease of use, making it ideal for seamless file transfer management and compliance.

Globalscape EFT specializes in secure file transfers between internal and external systems, supporting multiple encryption methods. It utilizes strong workflow automation and auditing tools, making it suitable for complex regulatory documentation. It integrates seamlessly with platforms like Salesforce for enhanced data management and is deployable both on-premises and cloud environments. Though it excels in many areas, improvements are needed in real-time collaboration and transfer speed for large files.

What are the key features of Globalscape EFT?

Location-Agnostic Data Sharing: Provides productivity tools for secure transfers regardless of user location.
Data Loss Prevention and PGP Encryption: Ensures secure data transmissions with enhanced protection.
Centralized Interface: Facilitates ease of use for file management and administration.
Powerful Automation: Streamlines complex workflows efficiently.
Advanced Workflow Engine: Supports challenging regulatory tasks.
Integration Options: Compatible with Windows, Linux, and systems like Salesforce.
Comprehensive Auditing Tools: Offers detailed insights into data management activities.

What benefits or ROI should users expect?

Enhanced Productivity: Facilitates efficient and secure file sharing.
Improved Compliance: Ensures adherence to regulatory requirements.
Streamlined Data Management: Automates processes for ease of operation.
Seamless System Integration: Connects with existing enterprise systems effortlessly.

Globalscape EFT is widely used in industries requiring secure data exchanges, such as finance and healthcare. Organizations utilize its event rules to automate workflows, connect with global financial networks, and meet compliance demands effectively. Its deployment flexibility supports both on-premises and cloud applications, catering to diverse operational environments.

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Myriota, FINRA, Celgene, Kontor New Media, Belong, ThinkCX, BluTV

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