4x faster network file sync with rclone (vs rsync)
Summary
Jeff Geerling compares rsync and rclone for local LAN file transfers, showing that rsync’s single-threaded approach underutilizes a fast network while rclone’s parallel transfers can saturate a 10 Gbps link. The result is roughly a 4x speedup for large folder copies, making rclone a compelling choice for NAS-to-workstation backups and similar workflows.