Criterion by criterion
Where each one wins
MEGA8.5
End-to-end encrypted by default, with published client source code.
Privacy & encryption
25% weight
Sync.com9.0
Zero-knowledge end-to-end encryption by default.
MEGA8.0
Competitive per-terabyte pricing on paid tiers.
Value for money
20% weight
Sync.com7.5
Fair pricing on annual plans; few monthly options.
MEGA9.0
20 GB free, though downloads are subject to transfer quotas.
Free tier
15% weight
Sync.com5.0
5 GB free.
MEGA7.5
Sync apps for Windows, Mac and Linux plus mobile backup.
Sync & apps
20% weight
Sync.com6.0
Windows and Mac apps plus mobile backup, but no Linux client.
MEGA6.0
Encrypted chat and sharing, but no office editing.
Ecosystem & sharing
20% weight
Sync.com6.0
Strong secure sharing, limited integrations.
Published facts
Side by side
| Fact | MEGA | Sync.com |
|---|---|---|
| Free storage | 20 GB | 5 GB |
| End-to-end encrypted by default | Yes | Yes |
| Lifetime plan option | No | No |
| Official Linux sync app | Yes | No |
| Built-in document editing | No | No |
| Company base | New Zealand | Canada |
Verdict
Which should you pick?
Choose MEGA if…
You want something best for people wanting lots of free encrypted space.
- + Large free allowance
- + End-to-end encrypted by default
- + Linux app
Choose Sync.com if…
You want something best for secure document storage and sharing.
- + End-to-end encrypted by default
- + Secure, password-protected sharing
- + Canadian jurisdiction
Checked 1 Nov 2026.
Questions
MEGA vs Sync.com: quick answers
Is MEGA better than Sync.com?
MEGA leads Sync.com by 0.9 points overall (7.8 vs 6.9). MEGA scores higher on value for money, free tier, sync & apps. Sync.com scores higher on privacy & encryption.
Who should choose Sync.com over MEGA?
Sync.com is best for secure document storage and sharing. MEGA is best for people wanting lots of free encrypted space.
How were MEGA and Sync.com scored?
Both were scored on the same 5 weighted criteria for cloud storage services, using public information such as published plans and terms. We do not lab-test products.