A Smash alternative that shows you who downloaded
No size limit, free download analytics, and client receive pages - at a lower Studio price.
Smash is genuinely generous: it sends files with no hard size cap and includes password protection even on the free plan. The trade-offs are that transfers over roughly 2 GB get queued and slow down, and download analytics and branding sit on paid tiers. EasyFileUpload also removes the size cap without throttling large files, adds free download analytics, and offers branded client receive pages and API access on the $29/month Studio plan.
Feature comparison
| Feature | EasyFileUpload | Smash |
|---|---|---|
| Max file size (free plan) | No per-file limit | No hard limit (large files may be throttled) |
| Download analytics (free) | Country, device, browser, time | Paid plans only |
| Password protection (free) | Included | Included on free |
| Custom branding | Studio - logo, color, templates | Paid plans |
| Receive page (clients upload to you) | Included on Studio | Higher tiers |
| API access | Included on Studio | Higher tiers |
| Price for the paid plan | $29/month | Typically $5-$15/month by tier |
Why people switch
Analytics without paying
See who downloaded, from where, and on what device - on the free plan. With Smash that's a paid feature.
Collect files, not just send them
EasyFileUpload Studio gives you a branded receive page so clients upload directly to you - no asking them to sign up anywhere.
One simple Studio price
Everything professional - branding, analytics, receive pages, API, 30-day retention - for $29/month.
Frequently asked questions
How is EasyFileUpload different from Smash?
Both let you send large files without a hard size cap. EasyFileUpload adds free download analytics and password protection on the free plan, and bundles branding, receive pages, and API access into a single $29/month Studio plan rather than splitting them across tiers.
Does EasyFileUpload throttle large files?
No. Your single-file size is unlimited and uploads run in parallel chunks for speed. Files are temporary and expire on their own, so there's no storage quota to manage.
Can I brand the download page?
Yes, on Studio. Add your logo, accent color, a welcome message, and pick from four download-page templates so recipients see your brand, not ours. The link, the page, and the optional email all carry your identity.
What happens to files after they expire?
Each upload has a timer you choose (up to 7 days free, 30 days on Studio). When it expires the file is permanently and automatically deleted from storage - no manual cleanup, nothing left behind.
Do recipients need an account to download?
No. Recipients open the link and download directly - no signup, no app, no email. The same is true for the Studio receive page: clients upload to you without creating an account.
Is there a free plan, and what does it include?
Yes. The free plan includes 7-day links, no per-file size limit, password protection, one-time download links, malware scanning, and download analytics - with no ads.
Compare EasyFileUpload to other tools
Updated June 2026
Competitor details reflect their publicly listed plans as of 2026 and can change. Check the provider's website for current terms. EasyFileUpload details are accurate as of this page's last update.