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FreeFileSync

brew install --cask freefilesync v14.9

Synchronize and backup folders across local drives, networks, and cloud storage with comparison and conflict resolution.

Why you might care

Open-source and completely free with no feature limitations. Offers advanced sync modes (mirror, update, two-way), real-time monitoring, and batch scheduling—useful for backup workflows or keeping directories in sync across multiple machines without subscription costs.

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Alternatives

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