BitTorrentSync 2.0.28.0
BitTorrentSync is a special solution that is tipping the balance in favor of the latter option, as it is designed to facilitate direct data exchange among connected devices, without needing anything in the middle to serve as a temporary storage.
Uncomplicated GUI that favors practicality
The nice and simple interface of this app allows you to start using it right away, without wasting time with complex configurations. The graphics are decent and the animated tiles with text labels that are hosted inside the main screen.
Browsing the shared folders and going through the file lists in those areas is smooth and without glitches, even if there is a slight delay in loading all the items inside the selected container.
You can have the files on the remote device and those stored locally shown in the same time, but you can also choose to view only those that have been transferred onto your mobile device.
Connect devicestosync data on the fly
BitTorrentSync offers you the possibility to link as many devices as you want, be them mobile phones, PCs, Macs or network-attached storage (NAS) units.
The pairing can be done in two ways, more precisely by scanning a QR code or by entering a key. Installing the desktop application for Windows, Mac or other platforms is mandatory in order to be able to connect and exchange files between these devices and Windows Phone handsets.
Automatic synchronization and file sharing at a glance
With this application installed onto your mobile phone you will be able to have all your photos and videos from the "Camera Roll" folder backed up automatically onto the selected computer or other connected storage device.
In a similar manner, accessing the folders shared onto the remote devices requires the same QR code or key-based pairing. Depending on the permissions granted to the peers that access these resources, you can only view or view and modify the content. Sharing these files and folders is also possible from your device.
The transfers take place in the background and with a decent speed, while the data exchange is completely secure, the data bits being encrypted as they are sent out.
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Bottom Line
Design / UI8
The appearance of BitTorrentSync may be less appealing, but the decent graphics and the practicality of the layout still bring it good points. |
Function8
The feature set is pretty solid and the file sharing and syncing goes pretty well on most devices, but there are some things missing in terns of functionality. |
Security10
The app stays well off the sensitive areas of the system and doesn't peek inside places unrelated to its functionality. |
Battery4
While the utility is running, the battery usage is very high since it needs a lot of power to carry out the synchronization tasks. |
Price10
Without any costs whatsoever and also lacking annoyances, the application has an excellent value overall. |
Compatibility9
Users with more recent handsets powered by Windows Phone 8 and above will be able to enjoy this app onto their devices. |
Specifications
- price:
- 100% Free
- current version:
- 2.0.28.0
- reviewed version:
- 2.0.26.0
- developer:
- BitTorrent, Inc.
- category:
- INTERNET & NETWORK
- os version req.:
- 8, 8.1
- age rating:
- N/A
- in-app purchases:
- No
- hits:
- 765