CentreStack is used by enterprises and service providers to replace Anchor with an on-premises file sharing solution that simplifies file server access with an access layer for local file servers or private cloud storage services that fully integrates with existing file shares, Active Directory users and NTFS permissions.
CentreStack has native NTFS integration to use existing permissions. Anchor loses NTFS permissions after migration.
Anchor chews up bandwidth and storage syncing all files all the time. CentreStack syncs and caches files after first access.
CentreStack provides native drives, permissions and file locking. Anchor doesn't provide the same level of integration.
Anchor only assigns permission at the top level folder. CentreStack assigns granular permissions at all levels.
CentreStack can selectively sync to build a local cache based on hard drive capacity.
CentreStack provides weekly updates based on user feedback. Anchor's cycles are much longer with older interfaces.
Critical questions to ask when evaluating CentreStack as an alternative to Anchor. Make sure you consider these questions - and their answers - when it's decision time.
Active Directory integration, NTFS integration and granular folder permission are all key features for a modern file sharing solution. Anchor doesn't have a good answer to this question.
Anchor depends on synchronizing files 100% to the end point device for it to be functional. Anchor is missing on-demand synchronization and enhanced selective synchronization. It also fails to provide a mapped drive for on-demand access with file locking.