ftpgrab

The premium Open Source alternative to MoveIT

🎯 Best for:Automating the retrieval of logs, backups, or assets from legacy remote servers.

What is ftpgrab?

A lightweight alternative to manual FTP clients and complex rsync scripts. It periodically fetches files from remote servers using a simple YAML configuration, ideal for automated backups and data mirroring.

Tech Stack
GoFile Mgmt & Sharing

Why ftpgrab?

  • Supports FTP, SFTP, and FTPS
  • Extremely low resource usage
  • Docker-ready for easy scheduling

Limitations

  • No graphical user interface
  • One-way sync only (pull)
  • Limited error reporting features
3/5/2026
Last Update
81
Forks
20
Issues
MIT
License
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Competitor Cost
-$1,440
/ year (est. based on MoveIT)
Self-Hosted
$0
/ year
Team Size10 Users
150+
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