What's great
I must admit, the seamless operation across different operating systems is impressive. I often switch between Windows and Linux for work, and the ability to instantly copy and paste information without emailing myself files or links saves a lot of time. The local WiFi-based mesh technology is the highlight for me—it's faster than other cloud sync tools I've used. Additionally, it uses minimal RAM, so it runs quietly in the background while I work.
What needs improvement
I really wish there was a mobile app available. It's inconvenient that I can't sync things to my phone yet, especially since we use our mobile devices so much. The 10MB limit on the free version is disappointing—it works for text, but when I try to transfer a high-resolution screenshot or a small video clip, I quickly exceed the limit. I would also appreciate an additional device slot for the free tier; two seems slightly too limited for my needs.
vs Alternatives
I chose ClipBridge because I was frustrated with the difficulty of transferring links and small files between my Windows and Linux machines. Many other tools are limited to a single ecosystem (like Apple) or are slow due to their reliance on cloud uploads. ClipBridge uses a mesh network, which is much faster because it connects through my local WiFi when I'm at my desk, and I don't have to be concerned about my data being stored on an external server. It's simpler and more efficient than any other options I've tried.
Is end-to-end encryption enabled by default?
yes
How well does it work across macOS, Windows, and Linux?
it does a good job. but limited to 2 device mer mesh. maybe more is good.
What happens if two devices copy different items simultaneously?
all item copy complete no conflict