GoAnywhere MFT vs SolarWinds Serv-U File Transfer Protocol Server comparison

Fortra and SolarWinds are both solutions in the Managed File Transfer (MFT) category. Fortra is ranked #1 with an average rating of 8.6, while SolarWinds is ranked #20. Fortra holds a 10.1% mindshare in MFT, compared to SolarWinds’s 1.2% mindshare. Additionally, 99% of Fortra users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 100% of SolarWinds users who would recommend it.

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Dec 21, 2025

GoAnywhere MFT and SolarWinds Serv-U File Transfer Protocol Server are products in the secure file transfer domain. GoAnywhere MFT leads in security features, while SolarWinds Serv-U stands out for its ease of use and perceived value.

Features: GoAnywhere MFT provides advanced security and automation features, with encryption, auditing, and job scheduling. SolarWinds Serv-U includes strong integration capabilities, customizable user access controls, and scalability.

Ease of Deployment and Customer Service: SolarWinds Serv-U File Transfer Protocol Server has straightforward deployment and strong customer support, allowing for quick setup. GoAnywhere MFT requires more initial configuration due to its extensive features and may need more support interaction.

Pricing and ROI: GoAnywhere MFT has a higher initial setup cost, benefiting large organizations with complex needs for long-term ROI. SolarWinds Serv-U offers a cost-effective option with quicker ROI through lower initial costs and fast deployment.

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Categories and Ranking

GoAnywhere MFT

Ranking in Managed File Transfer (MFT)

1st

Average Rating

8.8

Reviews Sentiment

6.7

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

No ranking in other categories

SolarWinds Serv-U File Tran...

Ranking in Managed File Transfer (MFT)

20th

Average Rating

7.0

Reviews Sentiment

4.1

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

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Mindshare comparison

As of February 2026, in the Managed File Transfer (MFT) category, the mindshare of GoAnywhere MFT is 10.1%, up from 7.8% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of SolarWinds Serv-U File Transfer Protocol Server is 1.2%, up from 0.7% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

Managed File Transfer (MFT) Market Share Distribution
Product	Market Share (%)
GoAnywhere MFT	10.1%
SolarWinds Serv-U File Transfer Protocol Server	1.2%
Other	88.7%

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Anuj Bhagwat

Dev Ops Engineer at a computer software company with 11-50 employees

Has enabled secure, centralized file sharing while saving significant time and resources

The best features in GoAnywhere MFT are that it's fast, reliable, and secure. First, the improvement is that we have resolved one of our security points with compliance. So that compliance point we resolved. And also it's a centralized file sharing system. All the users are able to access the file. There is no one-to-one sharing. It's improved about 80 to 85%. It saves about 80 to 90% resources. In terms of time, we can say 90 to 95% time is also saved because it avoids the one-to-one sharing and simply a user can put one centralized directory and all the users are able to access this solution and access the file. So it's 95%.

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reviewer2292672

Lead Analyst at a integrator with 51-200 employees

The solution can be used for internal file transfer, but its technical support and third-party integrations should be improved

I am comparing SolarWinds Serv-U File Transfer Protocol Server, WS_FTP, and Wing FTP for my current company. We use the solution for multiple purposes, and it should be user-friendly when integrating something. We cannot always depend on the support team to come and fix the issues. Overall, I rate SolarWinds Serv-U File Transfer Protocol Server a seven out of ten.

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Quotes from Members

We asked business professionals to review the solutions they use. Here are some excerpts of what they said:

Pros

"I would highly recommend the use of GoAnywhere MFT to any individual or organization because it enhances managed and secure file transfer processes between systems and with partners."

"Its speed is the most valuable because every integration used to take months with old SOA tools, integration buses, and that type of stuff. Now, we do integrations in a matter of days. Security is another valuable thing because every step in the workflow has an audit trace, which is great. This also brings a lot of confidence in automating business process workflows through this type of solution."

"The most valuable feature is the Advanced Workflows."

"The most valuable feature of MFT is the security it provides for our data. MFT allows us to add additional authorization and passwords to any file attachments we send via email, and also to limit the number of times the recipient can download the file."

"The best features in GoAnywhere MFT are that it's fast, reliable, and secure; it has resolved one of our security points with compliance and acts as a centralized file sharing system that improves efficiency by about 80 to 90% and saves 90 to 95% of time."

"I like the versatility GoAnywhere provides, allowing transfers through HTTPS and different protocols. It can also transfer through a server and a client."

"Scheduling is valuable. You can schedule a transfer for any time you want. It can be hourly, daily, monthly, or yearly. You can transfer the file on AWS, Azure, or SharePoint."

"It streamlines the files. Anyone can go pick up the file that we give access to. It is great."

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"We use SolarWinds Serv-U File Transfer Protocol Server for internal file transfer."

Cons

"Recently, Microsoft published an article stating that GoAnywhere MFT can be attacked by ransomware, indicating there was a vulnerability in the product."

"The UI of GoAnywhere MFT could be a bit crisper because sometimes it gets tricky to find where to look for information."

"We can improve GoAnywhere MFT's API documentation and automation logs, which will make it more user-friendly and help people comprehend it much more effectively, reducing friction."

"I want to highlight the user interface as an area for improvement in GoAnywhere MFT, as it is slightly difficult to understand."

"In terms of improvement for GoAnywhere MFT, they could enhance the support, as there have been cases where we needed support due to the application getting stuck for no reason, and usually, the issue gets fixed by restarting the application."

"Sometimes they took some long time to solve the issue, but they definitely solve the issue."

"In GoAnywhere MFT, there are memory-related issues that need improvement. Sometimes it shows varying memory usage from 500 GB to 2 GB, and these issues can persist for multiple days."

"At present, HelpSystems GoAnywhere MFT integrates with an antivirus solution, but it's a bit kludgy."

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"The solution’s technical support should be improved."

Pricing and Cost Advice

"To have a solution like this for the price we're paying makes it cheap. Considering the time that it has saved us, and considering the development that we don't need to do, such as connectors and handling servers, the price is really affordable."

"The pricing is decent for mid-sized and small-sized companies. It is good for startups or mid-scale companies."

"The product is not cheap, but it is not expensive."

"The pricing is not favorable when we use it for a few people."

"Licensing can be expensive and it depends upon which features you want to buy."

"Fortra's GoAnywhere MFT pricing is competitive."

"I find it to be very fair. It is very good."

"GoAnywhere was the most attractively priced product that met our needs. In our PoC it really came down to MOVEit and GoAnywhere, and GoAnywhere's pricing was about 30 percent less."

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"The pricing of the solution is INR 3,00,000."

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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews

Financial Services Firm

13%

Manufacturing Company

Healthcare Company

Computer Software Company

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Company Size

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Large Enterprise

Midsize Enterprise

Small Business

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	57
Midsize Enterprise	18
Large Enterprise	43

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Questions from the Community

What do you like most about Fortra's GoAnywhere MFT?

GoDrive eliminates the need to use the exchange server for file sharing.

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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Fortra's GoAnywhere MFT?

GoAnywhere MFT pricing is fine for me. I do not have any complaints regarding the pricing because SFTP is the most valuable asset in the organization.

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What needs improvement with Fortra's GoAnywhere MFT?

I believe that GoAnywhere MFT can be improved because the initial setup is somewhat challenging for a new user, so they need to make the initial feature easier for everyone, whether new or experien...

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Also Known As

HelpSystems GoAnywhere MFT, GoAnywhere MFT, GoAnywhere Managed File Transfer,

Serv-U File Transfer Protocol Server, Serv-U FTP Server

Overview

GoAnywhere MFT offers user-friendly workflow features, advanced security, and seamless integrations. Its intuitive interface supports streamlined operations and rapid project creation, making it suitable for managing secure file transfers.

GoAnywhere MFT provides sophisticated automation through Advanced Workflows, enabling reduced manual tasks and improved efficiency. With centralized data exchange, file monitoring, and comprehensive security protocols, it supports scalability, encryption, and IP filtering for enhanced protection. Users appreciate its adaptability with systems including IBM and Epic, contributing to improved process management and significant time savings. While beneficial, enhancements in DNS support, user interface intuitiveness, and customer service responsiveness are potential growth areas. License costs are noted as high, with demands for better documentation, cloud service integrations, and improved scalability and load-balancing functionalities.

What are the key features of GoAnywhere MFT?

User-Friendly Workflows: Intuitive interface streamlines operations.
Advanced Security: Includes encryption, IP filters, and monitoring.
Seamless Integrations: Adapts to systems like IBM and Epic.
Automation: Simplifies processes with reduced manual tasks.
Scalability: Grows with business needs.

What are the benefits and ROI of using GoAnywhere MFT?

Improved Efficiency: Reduces workload through automation.
Time Savings: Accelerates project delivery.
Enhanced Security: Protects data with advanced protocols.
Adaptability: Supports multiple platforms and integrations.
Process Management: Simplifies and streamlines data exchange.

GoAnywhere MFT is deployed by organizations for secure file transfers across systems like financial, healthcare, and corporate sectors. It supports SFTP, FTP, and HTTPS for data exchanges and is highly effective in automating processes and managing large file movements efficiently. It integrates well with cloud platforms like Azure and accommodates environments such as Windows, Linux, and IBM iSeries.

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