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GoAnywhere MFT

Composite Score
8.8 /10
CX Score
9.1 /10
Category
GoAnywhere MFT
8.8 /10

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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Awards & Recognition

GoAnywhere MFT won the following awards in the Managed File Transfer - Enterprise category

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GoAnywhere MFT Ratings

Real user data aggregated to summarize the product performance and customer experience.
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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

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99 Plan to Renew

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82 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?

1% Negative
3% Neutral
96% Positive

Pros

  • Reliable
  • Respectful
  • Enables Productivity
  • Fair

Feature Ratings

Average 81

File Transfer

85

High Performance

82

Encryption Decryption

82

Transport Security

82

Large File Support

81

Data Fidelity

80

Authentication

80

Multi Platform Support

80

Session Monitoring

80

Cloud/On-Prem/Hybrid Deployment

80

LDAP Support

79

Vendor Capability Ratings

Average 80

Ease of Implementation

82

Business Value Created

82

Quality of Features

81

Vendor Support

81

Ease of Data Integration

80

Ease of IT Administration

80

Breadth of Features

80

Usability and Intuitiveness

79

Availability and Quality of Training

79

Ease of Customization

78

Product Strategy and Rate of Improvement

78

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GoAnywhere MFT Reviews

Umang M.

  • Role: Information Technology
  • Industry: Technology
  • Involvement: IT Development, Integration, and Administration
Validated Review
Verified Reviewer

Submitted Nov 2025

Hard to work with

Likeliness to Recommend

1 /10

What differentiates GoAnywhere MFT from other similar products?

It feels harder to use than other file sharing tools. It says it offers secure automation, but the actual experience doesn't feel that smooth. Even simple tasks take more time than they should..

What is your favorite aspect of this product?

If I have to pick something good, its the security. The only thing that consistently worked well for was how many ways it gives to protect important files.

What do you dislike most about this product?

The UI is confusing, slow, and not beginner friendly. Even easy tasks feel heavy, and when you run jobs, the whole system slows down which makes using it every day very frustrating.

What recommendations would you give to someone considering this product?

I'd recommend testing it with your real work before choosing it. To avoid headaches later, you should also look at simpler and more user friendly options.

Pros

  • Helps Innovate
  • Continually Improving Product
  • Reliable
  • Performance Enhancing

Cons

  • Wastes Time
  • Under Delivered
  • Less Transparent

Ishant S.

  • Role: Sales Marketing
  • Industry: Technology
  • Involvement: IT Leader or Manager
Validated Review
Verified Reviewer

Submitted Nov 2025

Secure, Automated, and Seamlessly Integrated.

Likeliness to Recommend

10 /10

What differentiates GoAnywhere MFT from other similar products?

GoAnywhere is unique in the sense that it has lured several transfer workflows to a single roof without seeming to be cumbersome. The automation software in fact is time-saving and the security measures are mature to be used by an enterprise and not to be slowed down in the daily operations. It is more reliable and predictable in comparison to most of the options that we have tried.

What is your favorite aspect of this product?

The greatest victory is the reliability. Once a workflow is established it simply executes itself without supervision. It is simple to monitor the entire situation on the dashboard and the alerting system has actually enabled us to respond better to problems.

What do you dislike most about this product?

The UI is somehow dated and there are certain configuration stages that should have fewer clicks. New entrants might have to undergo a learning curve to fully get comfortable. There might also be faster support response times in emergency cases.

What recommendations would you give to someone considering this product?

You will have an opportunity to plan your workflow before doing onboarding so that you could make the most of the automation functionality. Ensure that your IT team comes during the process of establishment since correct set up is very crucial. This is a powerful tool in case you require a secure and repeatable transfer of files on a large scale.

Pros

  • Helps Innovate
  • Performance Enhancing
  • Enables Productivity
  • Trustworthy

Aman D.

  • Role: Information Technology
  • Industry: Technology
  • Involvement: IT Development, Integration, and Administration
Validated Review
Verified Reviewer

Submitted Nov 2025

Reliable and Secure Solution for Smooth Automation

Likeliness to Recommend

8 /10

What differentiates GoAnywhere MFT from other similar products?

GoAnywhere MFT stands out because it combines secure file transfer and workflow automation in one easy-to-use platform. Unlike others, it’s very flexible — it works smoothly across cloud, on-prem, and hybrid setups without needing extra tools. The interface is simple, setup is straightforward, and it offers strong security with detailed audit logs. Overall, it saves time, reduces manual work, and keeps all file transfers organized and reliable.

What is your favorite aspect of this product?

My favorite aspect of GoAnywhere MFT is how easily it automates secure file transfers. Once everything is set up, it runs smoothly without needing much manual effort. I really like the clear dashboard and detailed logs that make it easy to track every transfer. It gives peace of mind knowing files are moving safely and reliably in the background.

What do you dislike most about this product?

What I dislike most about GoAnywhere MFT is that some configurations, especially for complex workflows or custom scripts, can be a bit time-consuming to set up. Occasionally, updates require revalidating a few settings, which can interrupt work for a short time. Other than that, it’s very stable and performs well once everything is in place.

What recommendations would you give to someone considering this product?

If you’re considering GoAnywhere MFT, I’d definitely recommend it, especially if your organization deals with frequent or large-scale file transfers. It’s a reliable and secure platform that can automate almost everything — from simple uploads to complex workflows — without needing much manual effort once configured. Take the time to properly set up user roles, permissions, and workflows in the beginning; that makes management much easier later on. I’d also suggest exploring its automation features early, because that’s where you’ll save the most time and reduce human errors

Pros

  • Continually Improving Product
  • Reliable
  • Enables Productivity
  • Effective Service

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