9. Conclusions

Conclusions

Choice is a great thing in software, since once size does not fit all. Among the six synchronization software choices that we looked at in this go around, there were certainly a few standouts.

Super Flexible File Syncronizer almost does it all, including the time sync option, which could really be a lifesaver. The lack of USB Flash drive detection is a bit of a pain, but there are other solutions if that’s a problem for you.

Mirror Folder is also a solid choice that compares favorably against both the alternatives in this review and our prior one. The ability to do both remote and local synchronization, coupled with real time synchronization, is a real bonus.

Still, even with these six new synchronization software products as part of the roundup (added to the first seven), GoodSync/Allway Sync and BeInSync still really stand out from the rest of the pack.

The comments from the first synchronization review clearly indicate that everyone has their favorite tool. Whether it is favored because it was easy to install, or simply because it was the first tool a user tried and it just “worked”, that doesn’t necessarily matter. The bottom line is that if you have a need to sync your data, you’re not alone, and you certainly are not lacking in terms of choices.