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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

86

Encryption Decryption

82

High Performance

82

Transport Security

82

Large File Support

81

Data Fidelity

81

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

Vendor Support

81

Quality of Features

81

Breadth of Features

80

Ease of Data Integration

80

Ease of IT Administration

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

Veysel B.

  • Role: Information Technology
  • Industry: Retail
  • Involvement: End User of Application
Validated Review
Verified Reviewer

Submitted Oct 2025

File transfers are so easy

Likeliness to Recommend

9 /10

What differentiates GoAnywhere MFT from other similar products?

Automated file transfers allow me to avoid relying on multiple products and scripts to manage our processes. Like inbuilt scheduler to run workflows, automated email alerts and file processing when done. Has secure cloud file transfers and can also connect with web apps i use like dropbox and salesforce. Client support is fair

What is your favorite aspect of this product?

The software has a a variety of features like file transfer, data security and encryption Great customer support always on time

What do you dislike most about this product?

At first, implementing the software was challenging, and most workers struggled to use it. However, as time went on, it became easier for everyone to adapt.

What recommendations would you give to someone considering this product?

We have experienced security issues in the past, but with GoAnywhere MFT, all our files are now secure. The platform allows for easy file transfers without any restrictions, which has made our workflow much smoother. Additionally, the automation features have helped us save a significant amount of time.

Pros

  • Reliable
  • Performance Enhancing
  • Effective Service
  • Caring

Rick B.

  • Role: Operations
  • Industry: Healthcare
  • Involvement: Business Leader or Manager
Validated Review
Verified Reviewer

Submitted Oct 2025

Reliable MFT partner

Likeliness to Recommend

8 /10

What differentiates GoAnywhere MFT from other similar products?

We were informed about GoAnywhere MFT by a client of ours on the basis of specialised digital document management since it has a reliable reputation.

What is your favorite aspect of this product?

The most utilised aspect of Go anywhere MFT is the transfer protocol which enables to access files from all company folders and FTP.

What do you dislike most about this product?

There have been very minimal complaints received thus far which shows it is a good software.

What recommendations would you give to someone considering this product?

As per short and mid term experience, we are happy to say it has exceeded our expectations.

Pros

  • Reliable
  • Trustworthy
  • Helps Innovate
  • Continually Improving Product

Elena M.

  • Role: Information Technology
  • Industry: Technology
  • Involvement: End User of Application
Validated Review
Verified Reviewer

Submitted Oct 2025

An integration for the transfer of sensitive data

Likeliness to Recommend

9 /10

What differentiates GoAnywhere MFT from other similar products?

It differentiates itself from other products in its security and compliance features and B2D traffic control, as well as in the secure automation of critical data and the elimination of scripts.

What is your favorite aspect of this product?

My favorite feature is drag and drop to eliminate manual errors, and I like that it simplifies complex file transfer logic, encryption, and processing.

What do you dislike most about this product?

I didnt like the initial setup curve at all, even through the workflows are well designed, because the setup of the base system is very complicated.

What recommendations would you give to someone considering this product?

Its a worthwhile investment if you manage large-scale data, this tool is for your business.

Pros

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

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