Flying Carpet Alternatives

Flying Carpet is described as 'File transfer between Android, iOS, Linux, macOS, and Windows over ad hoc Wi-Fi. No network infrastructure required, just two devices with Wi-Fi chips in close range' and is an app. There are more than 50 alternatives to Flying Carpet for a variety of platforms, including Android, Windows, Web-based, Mac and Linux apps. The best Flying Carpet alternative is LocalSend, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like Flying Carpet are KDE Connect, OnionShare, Blip and Send.

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  1. Feem icon
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    Share files offline. No servers. No cloud. No limits.

    157 Feem alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • Windows Phone
    • iPad
    • Snapcraft
     
  2. Habox icon
     9 likes

    If you have a large number of files, or desire to collect files from others, Habox is what you need. You are able to create a 'box' to organize your files privately or invite others to join, facilitating collaboration and teamwork.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Online
    • iPhone
    • iPad
    • Android
    • Android Tablet
     
  3. RQuickShare icon
     3 likes

    Rust implementation of NearbyShare/QuickShare from Android for Linux and macOS.

    Cost / License

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Linux
    • AppImageHub
     
  4. Blaze is a file sharing progressive web app(PWA) that allows users to transfer files between multiple devices. It works similar to SHAREit or the Files app by Google but uses web technologies to eliminate the process of installing native apps for different devices and operating...

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source (MIT)

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Self-Hosted
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
     
  5. Instant.io icon
     17 likes

    Download/upload files using the WebTorrent protocol (BitTorrent over WebRTC). This is a beta.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source (MIT)

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Self-Hosted
     
  6. Arc is a seamless, secure and cross-platform file sharing service by Quadren. Arc aims to recreate the magic of Airdrop between your own devices, but without the platform limitations. Arc works perfectly between your phone, laptop and desktop.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • iPad
     
  7. Transfer icon
     2 likes

    A simple local file server app for Android. Download and upload files quickly across devices over Wi-Fi — no cables, no cloud.

    69 Transfer alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source (MIT)

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Android
    • F-Droid
     
  8. OpenDrop icon
     11 likes

    OpenDrop is a command-line tool that allows sharing files between devices directly over Wi-Fi. Its unique feature is that it is protocol-compatible with Apple AirDrop which allows to share files with Apple devices running iOS and macOS.

    64 OpenDrop alternatives

    Cost / License

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Linux
     
  9. Ubidrop icon
     2 likes

    "Airdrop on Android? With this app you can quickly transfer files from your Android to your Mac". Stop sending files to yourself via email or Whatsapp. No need to upload to the cloud any more. Ubidrop makes sharing files across Mac and Android seamless.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Android
    • Android Tablet
     
  10. LiberDrop icon
     3 likes

    LiberDrop is a convenient and efficient service designed to simplify the process of transferring files between different devices. Whether you're looking to send documents, photos, or entire folders, LiberDrop makes it easy to securely transfer your files with just a few...

    62 LiberDrop alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Snapcraft
    • Flathub
    • Flatpak
     
  11. Warpinator for Android is an unofficial port of Linux Mint's file sharing tool of the same name. It is fully compatible with the original protocol and allows for easy transfer of files between Android and Linux devices.

    Cost / License

    Platforms

    • Android
     
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