Serv-U FTP Server Reviews

Pros

Very robust platform with all the expected bells and whistles of a FTP server. Easy setup providing a number of different setup options (DMZ, Proxy, etc). Intuitive management console.

Cons

Honestly, since we've implemented a few months ago we have yet to run into anything we don't like.

Pros

The ease of use for my users was the best thing about this software. Once they are trained up, they could upload files and give outside users the correct permissions. The other thing I really enjoyed was the ease in which logs were configured to be emailed to us (with terms of service).

Cons

Upgrading, although easy, was always a bit time consuming. As little as it needed done, I always had to look up exactly how to do it before I tried.

Alternatives Considered

Reasons for Switching to Serv-U FTP Server

Pros

Serv-U FTP is an after thought for SolarWinds if you call there support it in the other category in there list of products and its displayed in the support that they provide. They will submit your support tickets to there development team then you'll never get an update I have a critical support case that has been open for six months with no responds. I reached out to them 3 times a week no updates. Due to the lack of responds we had to migrate to GoAnyWhere MFT. Please know that im not ranting but im so frustrated with Serv-U FTP support or lack there of.

Cons

Please don't wast your time with Serv-U FTP, to get support from them i had to reach out to product management via linkedin because the normal path for support was not providing me with any answers. six months we had a ticket open with no answers, six months.

If anyone from serv-u would like to discuss please reach-out to me

Pros

Enables users to share files easily and collaborate on projects by providing a secure platform for file transfers. Supports automation through event-driven actions. For example, you can configure the server to execute certain actions when specific events occur, such as a file upload or download.

Cons

I can't point out any significant weaknesses in this software product !

Pros

We really like the multiprotocol support including SFTP w/ SSH Key and/or Password Authentication, FTP (if you're stuck in the past) and HTTP/HTTPS is good for those users that can't figure out how to run a File Transfer Client on their machine. We utilize the database backend functionality to store our user authentication so multiple servers can share it. I've used Serv-U for > 15 years. It's my favorite Solarwinds product purchase; though we bought it from RhinoSoft back in the day.

Cons

Long ago, they didn't have a good automated user creation system for the database backend. We brewed our own solution using some guidelines they mentioned. I haven't looked to see if that has improved over the last 12 years or so. I'd also like to see a tool that can find individual or groups of full session logs related to a search string (user, or filename/directory). I brewed my own version of that as well. Perhaps they have something. The Solarwinds support site/community is tough to navigate; so it's hard to know what accompanying tools are available.

Pros

It is easy to set up user accounts, and allow users to access only the folders that I specify. I also appreciate the icon in the task bar that changes its look to indicate when users are connected, and when files are being uploaded or downloaded -- a very helpful indicator that is always visible on screen, avoiding the need to open the management console. That's a time saver! Note: I received compensation for my honest review. All thoughts and opinions expressed herein are my own and not influenced by the developing company and/or its affiliates in any way.

Cons

Support for this version of Serv-U is technically available only through email. However, the support team has called me back several times to work through some issues that needed extra attention -- much appreciated!!!

Pros

The ftp is easy to setup and use. We hardly ever restart the pc that it resides on, it is very stable. Most of our clients do not have any issues connecting to the ftp.
I received compensation for my honest review. All thoughts and opinions expressed herein are my own and not influenced by the developing company and/or its affiliates in any way.

Cons

The only issue I have ever had with the ftp is the blocked ip listing was extremely large. This caused the ftp to start acting odd and blocking approved clients. Once the list was cleaned up and reduced in size the ftp has been stable again.

Pros

They say on prem is out. I think not. I have been running this software for about 10 years and it just works. Setup is pretty easy. I have only had to take it offline for updates. Never has crashed. 90 percent of the calls I get with users having issues it's on there end. Has a nice File Share feature you can setup.

Cons

The interface can be a little more updated but this is just appearance. Haven't found anything really wrong.

Pros

This software was very easy to install and start providing a great solution for basic managed file transfers.

Cons

This product can be difficult to configure if you are working with a highly available configuration and multiple hosts and the ports become confusing with the Gateways in the middle.

Pros

A near perfect FTP server for most of the basic users, can provide end to end solution using most of the required features providing nice GUI, seems to be RFC compliant.

Cons

The tool suffers from some slowness in certain conditions, also the GUI does no always provides interactive transition and proper logging capabilities.

Pros

Very easy to set up, we run over 220 accounts on a single domain, with very few problems. We receive files from our customers 24/7 and rarely lose anything. The ability to login from desktops, laptops, Macs, PCs, Tablets and even smartphones has impressed or customer base. We have found it easy to setup and administer, and it serves or purposes very well.

Pros

Ease of use, reliability are fantastic. So much simpler to use than windows FTP or some of the other competitors

Cons

Could be cheaper. But then again - good software costs. This is my go-to application for FTP.

Pros

Serv-U FTP is comprehensive and easy to use. Also very affordable for our company.

Cons

Nothing I can think of-it meets all of our needs.

Pros

It is a very secure file transfer program. We use this to exchange sensitive information to and from clients. Our users like it. It's possible to do AD integration so that's a huge plus for us since we don't have to set up everyone as a user.

Cons

I have no complaints with this software. It is secure and fits our needs.

Pros

Serv-U-FTP is cost effective and scales well in both designs. Good authentication and logging options. I received compensation for my honest review. All thoughts and opinions expressed herein are my own and not influenced by the developing company and/or its affiliates in any way.

Cons

Serv-U-FTP has poor design and implementation documentation, lack of fine tuning options for many things.

Pros

Its very secure in terms on encryption and file transfer protocol. It can aslo be integrate with LDAP or AD account.

Cons

Some times its very complecated to integrate with LDAP and lots of time file transfer session time out automatically.

Pros

Good event logging options, simple setup.

Cons

No file watcher feature for automation, awkward AD integration.