The Secure Aspera Alternative With Zero Setup
Move petabytes of data globally with relentless reliability and at maximum speed. No plugins, firewall changes, or expensive licenses: Just drag, drop, and deliver.
No Browser Plugins
MASV’s browser-based intelligent MFT eliminates Apera Connect installation errors – drag, drop, and deliver immediately without IT.
Zero Firewall Config
MASV operates on HTTPS, so you can use it without opening ports or enduring painstaking firewall tweaks.
Flexible Pricing
Avoid complex licenses and costly idle seats with flexible pricing options designed to suit every use case, from creators to enterprises.
Everything You Need In An Aspera Alternative
While legacy MFT solutions like Aspera were designed for on-premises hardware, MASV intelligent MFT is cloud-native and combines the rigorous security and automation enterprise IT directors demand, with the simplicity and ease of use everyone loves.
- Enterprise-Grade Security: ISO 27001, SOC 2 Type II, TPN Gold Shield, MFA, SSO, and end-to-end encryption.
- Relentless Reliability: Store-and-forward architecture with a cloud buffer, relentless retries, checkpoint restart, and checksum verification.
- Unstoppable Speed: The MASV global accelerated network of 400+ servers saturates 10Gbps+ connections, with no specialized UDP tuning required.
- Automated Workflows: Use our headless Agent, REST API, or no-code cloud integrations to automate ingest into cloud or on-prem storage using out-of-the-box tools.
MASV vs. IBM Aspera: Cloud-Native Intelligent MFT vs. Legacy UDP
For decades, Aspera was the only option for high-speed transfer. But technology has evolved. While Aspera relies on proprietary UDP protocols that require open firewall ports, complex server maintenance, and browser plugins, MASV is built for the modern cloud.
Use the matrix below to see how MASV’s cloud-native TCP architecture outperforms legacy solutions in security, deployment speed, and total cost of ownership.
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| Feature | MASV (Cloud‑Native Intelligent MFT) | IBM Aspera (Legacy MFT) |
|---|---|---|
| Deployment & UX |
✅ Zero Install (Browser‑Based) No plugins. Works accross fierwalls. Drag and drop instantly. |
❌ Plugin Required Mandatory “Aspera Connect” install & firewall configuration. |
| Network Security |
✅ Zero Inbound Ports Uses standard HTTPS (Port 443). |
⚠️ Open UDP Ports Requires opening Port 33001 to public. |
| Cost Model (TCO) |
✅ 100% OpEx (Flexible Pricing) Scale up/down instantly. $0 fixed cost. |
❌ CapEx Heavy Annual contracts + seat fees + maintenance. |
| Storage Ingest |
✅ Direct‑to‑Cloud/On-Prem Storage Write directly to cloud or connected on-prem storage, including S3, Azure, Wasabi, Synology, and QNAP. |
⚠️ Complex Setup Often requires intermediate storage or add‑ons. |
| Automation |
✅ Headless Agent & API Out-of-the-box no-code or automation for any OS. |
⚠️ Heavy Orchestration Requires enterprise server suite. |
Why IT Teams Prefer Web-Based File Transfer
Aspera’s reliance on the User Datagram Protocol (UDP) is a significant liability for security teams. To make it work, IT groups must punch a hole in your corporate firewall (typically UDP port 33001) to the public internet.
- This creates a permanently expanded attack surface that requires constant monitoring, strict allow-listing, and lengthy security audits.
- MASV modernizes the transport layer, enabling file transfer without opening UDP ports, degrading UDP file transfer speed, or exposing systems to a UDP port 33001 security risk.
MASV usage-based file transfer software replaces proprietary UDP with HTTPS-based file transfer on accelerated global cloud infrastructure, with the convenience of pay-as-you-go file transfer and other flexible pricing options.
Secure Transfers
MASV rides on HTTPS (port 443), the same port used for online banking, for a secure Aspera Connect alternative.
Works Across Firewalls
UDP ignores congestion and is often blocked. MASV works across firewalls and sends large files without browser plugins.
Uncompromised Speed
A global accelerated network of 400-plus servers delivers 10Gbps+ performance from practically anywhere.
The Standard for High-Speed AI Data Ingest
If you’ve ever had to ingest 10TB to S3 for AI training using native upload techniques, you know it’s often a cumbersome and slow process. But training large language models (LLMs) requires moving massive datasets to the cloud for processing.
Need the fastest way to upload ImageNet datasets? Have to upload growing files to Azure Blob Storage? MASV saves time and frustration for companies who need to move LLM training data to cloud for AI workflows, enabling faster time to market for AI projects.
- Native Cloud Integrations: Ingest directly to 25-plus cloud platforms including Amazon S3, Azure Blob, Google Cloud, and Wasabi.
- Growing Files Support: Stream live data that’s still being written to cloud storage for real-time model training and validation.
- Secure by Design: Protect your IP with SOC 2 Type II compliance, ISO 27001 certification, and end-to-end encryption to ensure proprietary datasets never fall into the wrong hands.
The Real Cost of Aspera vs. MASV
Legacy file transfer software was built for a different era – one where you bought software and installed it on premises. Users paid massive upfront Aspera licensing costs for maximum capacity, whether you used it or not, and often needed an engineer on call.
That’s not even counting user overage fees, IT admin hours for setup and maintenance, time-consuming user onboarding and training, and expensive server hardware or VM costs that eventually need upgrading or replacing.
MASV is file transfer for the modern era: Reliable, secure, fast, and easy to use with an extremely low IT burden. After all, you wouldn’t use a horse and buggy to transport yourself – so why use legacy file transfer to move your files?
The "Idle Tax" Comparison
Cost to transfer 10TB / Month (Scenario)
| Cost Category | IBM Aspera (Est.) | MASV |
|---|---|---|
| Annual License / Sub | ~$12,000 / yr | $0 / yr |
| Server Maintenance | ~$3,500 / yr | $0 / yr |
| The "Slow Month" Cost (Cost when you send NOTHING) |
~$1,290 / month (Wasted Spend) |
$0 / month (Risk Free) |
Migrate from Aspera in Five Minutes (or Less)
Tired of expired certificates, “Aspera Connect” Chrome extension issues or errors, and stalled transfers? Switching to MASV doesn’t require an expensive, time-consuming server migration or IT overhaul.
Here’s how to migrate from Aspera to MASV:
- Sign up in your browser
- Connect your preferred cloud storage or media asset manager (optional)
- Send your first file
What Customers Say about MASV
MASV just works! And at 1/4 of the cost of Aspera, without provisioning extra servers or procuring extra licenses.
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Kevin Munro Co-Founder and CTO Adapt |
Aspera required a lot of back-end IT work, download software, and have open ports. We need to send a very large file very quickly and allow filmmakers to take control of download links. That’s where MASV comes in.
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Garrett Sergeant CTO Simple DCP |
MASV does exactly what it’s supposed to do – transfer large files. It has solved all my file transfer problems.
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Steve Giammaria Sound Editor Sound Lounge |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is MASV faster than Aspera?
Yes, in many real-world scenarios, such as an accelerated S3 upload tool or for Wasabi fast data migration. MASV utilizes a global network of 400+ servers to accelerate transfers over the web, saturating connections of 10Gbps and beyond without the overhead or throttling often experienced with UDP-based hardware solutions.
Does MASV require a browser plugin like Aspera Connect?
No. MASV is entirely browser-based. You can send and receive files of any size directly through Chrome, Firefox, Safari, or Edge without installing any plugins or software. The easy-to-install MASV Desktop App provides even greater performance and advanced intelligent managed file transfer features.
How much does MASV cost compared to Aspera?
MASV is significantly cheaper for most teams. Its pay-as-you-go tier charges $0.25/GB compared to $1/GB for Aspera on Cloud with no annual fees, support costs, or subscription requirements, and users can save even more with MASV’s subscription, pre-buy, and enterprise custom pricing plans. Aspera typically requires upfront annual contracts costing tens of thousands of dollars, along with significant ongoing hardware and IT investments.
Does MASV offer secure file transfer for pre-release content?
Yes. MASV is a TPN (Trusted Partner Network) Gold Shield vendor, ISO 27001 certified, and SOC 2 Type II compliant, meeting the strictest security standards of major film studios and streaming platforms. Its enterprise-grade security posture includes end-to-end encryption, identity and access management (IAM) tools, file access controls, and built-in observability and data integrity tools.
How to migrate from Aspera to MASV?
Migrating from Aspera to MASV is a painless process that takes just a few minutes. Simply sign up for MASV in your browser and start sending files right away.
Can I use MASV to send raw video footage over internet?
Yes, you can use MASV to send raw video footage. MASV is designed for large file transfers, including high-resolution raw files, and supports transferring file packages of unlimited size while maintaining metadata and folder structures.
Stop Overpaying for Legacy MFT That Makes You Want to Scream
MASV, the relentlessly reliable platform that saves time, reduces costs, and accelerates your workflows.