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GoAnywhere MFT

Composite Score

8.7 /10

CX Score

9.1 /10

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What is GoAnywhere MFT?

GoAnywhere MFT is a managed file transfer solution that Simplifies, Automates & Secures file transfers using a centralized enterprise-level approach. Installed on-premise or in the cloud, GoAnywhere MFT can save your organization time & money, improve security & help you meet compliance requirements with detailed reports. Multi-platform compatible.

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GoAnywhere MFT Ratings

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Product scores listed below represent current data. This may be different from data contained in reports and awards, which express data as of their publication date.

89 Likeliness to Recommend

95 Plan to Renew

81 Satisfaction of Cost Relative to Value

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Emotional Footprint Overview

Product scores listed below represent current data. This may be different from data contained in reports and awards, which express data as of their publication date.

+93 Net Emotional Footprint

The emotional sentiment held by end users of the software based on their experience with the vendor. Responses are captured on an eight-point scale.

How much do users love GoAnywhere MFT?

3% Negative

2% Neutral

95% Positive

Pros

Reliable
Performance Enhancing
Respectful
Helps Innovate

Feature Ratings

Average 80

Encryption Decryption

File Transfer

Transport Security

Large File Support

High Performance

Session Monitoring

Authentication

Data Fidelity

LDAP Support

Cloud/On-Prem/Hybrid Deployment

Multi Platform Support

Vendor Capability Ratings

Average 78

Business Value Created

Quality of Features

Ease of Implementation

Ease of IT Administration

Vendor Support

Ease of Data Integration

Ease of Customization

Usability and Intuitiveness

Breadth of Features

Availability and Quality of Training

Product Strategy and Rate of Improvement

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GoAnywhere MFT Reviews

Jhon S.

Role: Information Technology
Industry: Construction
Involvement: End User of Application

Validated Review

Verified Reviewer

Submitted Sep 2025

Efficient data transfer with GoAnywhere MFT

Likeliness to Recommend

10 /10

What differentiates GoAnywhere MFT from other similar products?

Its excellent because it works well to ensure the entire flow is seamless, and this tool has been very useful. The security of intelligence and data protocols is very effective and offers us end-to-end encryption for ever transfer, complying with security standards.

What is your favorite aspect of this product?

I liked the intuitive interface and complete visibility into data transfers, and also the fact that everything from file management to report distribution was great.

What do you dislike most about this product?

What I didnt like at first its initial setup.

What recommendations would you give to someone considering this product?

You need an efficient, secure, and reliable data management solution. We recommend this one.

Pros

Helps Innovate
Continually Improving Product
Reliable
Enables Productivity

Cons

Wastes Time
Security Frustrates
Leverages Incumbent Status

Role: Consultant
Industry: Technology
Involvement: IT Development, Integration, and Administration

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Anonymous Reviewer

Submitted Sep 2025

Excellent tool for transferring large files secure

Likeliness to Recommend

9 /10

Pros

Reliable
Performance Enhancing
Enables Productivity
Trustworthy

Anjali N.

Role: Finance
Industry: Other
Involvement: End User of Application

Validated Review

Verified Reviewer

Submitted Sep 2025

Using GoAnywhere MFT in Marketing

Likeliness to Recommend

9 /10

What differentiates GoAnywhere MFT from other similar products?

GoAnywhere MFT works as a secure platform for moving files, and that’s the main reason it feels stronger than many regular transfer tools. It combines security, automation, and reliability in one place.

What is your favorite aspect of this product?

I find it helpful because I don’t have to repeat file transfers manually. Reports, creative assets, and large data can be scheduled and sent automatically, which saves a lot of time.

What do you dislike most about this product?

The only drawback is that when I tried some advanced features, they felt too technical. I had to lean on IT support to get those sorted, which makes it less independent for non technical users.

What recommendations would you give to someone considering this product?

I’d recommend GoAnywhere MFT to companies that deal with sensitive files and frequent transfers. It cuts down manual work and adds a layer of security that’s hard to find in simple tools.

Pros

Performance Enhancing
Trustworthy
Saves Time
Respectful

Cons

Leverages Incumbent Status

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GoAnywhere MFT Ratings

89 Likeliness to Recommend

95 Plan to Renew

81 Satisfaction of Cost Relative to Value

Emotional Footprint Overview

+93 Net Emotional Footprint

How much do users love GoAnywhere MFT?

Pros

Feature Ratings Average rating of all product features, some of which may not be shown below

Encryption Decryption The encryption (source) and decryption (destination) of data transmitted

File Transfer File transfer services

Transport Security Security of the data transmission

Large File Support Support for large (>2GB) file transfers​

High Performance High bandwidth data transfer, encryption/decryption, authentication of the service​

Session Monitoring Reporting and metrics of the data transferal session​

Authentication Verification of authenticity of identities between the two organizations​

Data Fidelity Consistent data integrity throughout the process​

LDAP Support Support for user ID authentication across both organizations using MS Active Directory credentials​

Cloud/On-Prem/Hybrid Deployment Supports one or many deployment models - On-prem, cloud or hybrid hosting of the database system.

Multi Platform Support Support for multiple clients on either side of the data transfer process​

Vendor Capability Ratings Average rating of all vendor capabilities, some of which may not be shown below

Business Value Created Software needs to create value for employees, customers, partners, and, ultimately, shareholders. This data expresses user satisfaction - or lack thereof - with the product's business value.

Quality of Features Feature quality is just as important as quantity. Use this data to determine if this product will do what you're purchasing it to do, easily, intuitively, reliably, and effectively.

Ease of Implementation Successfully implementing new software is necessary to realize its full value and promote end user adoption. This data indicates whether or not the product is easy to implement.

Ease of IT Administration This data indicates whether IT personnel will be able to resolve issues and perform configurations efficiently and effectively.

Vendor Support The importance of vendor support will vary for each organization depending on internal capabilities, but there will always be issues that only the vendor can resolve.

Ease of Data Integration Use this data to determine whether the product will cause headaches or make data integration easy.

Ease of Customization Don't get bogged down in a difficult customization; use this data to make sure you can easily achieve the functionality you need for your particular situation.

Usability and Intuitiveness End user learning curves cost the organization money. Pay attention to your end users' technical ability to determine how important UX is in your purchase.

Breadth of Features Users prefer feature rich software that enables them to perform diverse series of tasks. This data expresses user satisfaction with the product's breadth of features.

Availability and Quality of Training Effective and readily available training enables users to get the most out of the software you've chosen. Use this section to make sure your vendor's training programs and materials measure up.

Product Strategy and Rate of Improvement Vendors who don't stay on top of emerging needs and trends won't enable you to meet your business goals. Use this data to separate innovators from imposters.

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GoAnywhere MFT Videos

GoAnywhere MFT

GoAnywhere MFT Reviews

Jhon S.

Efficient data transfer with GoAnywhere MFT

Likeliness to Recommend

Pros

Cons

Excellent tool for transferring large files secure

Likeliness to Recommend

Pros

Anjali N.

Using GoAnywhere MFT in Marketing

Likeliness to Recommend

Pros

Cons

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Feature Ratings

Encryption Decryption

File Transfer

Transport Security

Large File Support

High Performance

Session Monitoring

Authentication

Data Fidelity

LDAP Support

Cloud/On-Prem/Hybrid Deployment

Multi Platform Support

Vendor Capability Ratings

Business Value Created

Quality of Features

Ease of Implementation

Ease of IT Administration

Vendor Support

Ease of Data Integration

Ease of Customization

Usability and Intuitiveness

Breadth of Features

Availability and Quality of Training

Product Strategy and Rate of Improvement