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CHOOSE THE WORKFLOW THAT FITS
See how Performm, LucidLink, Suite Studios and Shade handle your files, your editors and your AI. Plan requirements are shown where they matter.
| What matters to your team | PerformmUniversal file platform | LucidLinkFile streaming | Suite StudiosCreative file streaming | ShadeMedia workspace |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Access & editing | ||||
| Hosted file streaming | Editfly Storage4K/8K editing; October 2026 beta. | Cloud filespaceStream large files as a local drive. | Suite DriveCloud file streaming for creative teams. | Mounted drivesStreaming media workspace. |
| Use storage you already own | 90+ providersCloud, local and on-prem connections. Paid Editfly BYOS for editing. | EnterpriseBYOS; Connect is an add-on for existing stores. | EnterpriseOptional BYOS and native S3 read/write. | EnterpriseBYOS S3 allowance; confirm supported sources. |
| Desktop collaboration | Shared DrivesProjects, teams, roles and in-app messaging. | Shared filespaceFolder permissions and guest links. | Shared drivesGranular access controls. | Shared workspaceRoles, guests and review tools. |
| Search & automation | ||||
| Search inside media | Coming soonContent search is not yet included. Search across connected locations today. | Confirm scopeAsk about content indexing for your workflow. | Confirm scopeAsk about content indexing for your workflow. | AI media searchScenes, faces, transcripts and soundbites. |
| AI agents / MCP | Included in every planPermissioned file operations through MCP; bring your AI. | MCP server betaAgents can work with files in a filespace. | Not verifiedMCP support not confirmed in reviewed sources. | Listed on AI pageConfirm MCP availability and capabilities. |
| Transfers & sync | Built inUnlimited Fastr transfers on Flow/Teams; continuous or scheduled cross-provider sync. | File streamingConfirm separate cross-provider transfer and sync requirements. | Suite ConnectExternal transfer is listed; confirm plan scope. | Confirm scopeAsk about cross-provider transfer and scheduled sync. |
| Lifecycle & controls | ||||
| Archive workflow | Auto-ArchiveScheduled tiering; separate Archive Storage starts at $4/TB/month. | Confirm scopeArchive automation not verified in reviewed sources. | Instant ArchiveListed on pricing; confirm plan and fees. | Confirm scopeArchive automation not verified in reviewed sources. |
| Backup / recovery | Editfly StorageBackup copy included. | Business snapshots30-day recovery window. | Confirm scopeAsk about retention and recovery. | Confirm scopeAsk about retention and recovery. |
| Team governance | TeamsSSO, audit logging and governance. | EnterpriseSSO and audit trail. | EnterpriseSSO and SCIM. | EnterpriseSSO/SAML, SCIM and audit logging. |
| Plans for pricing review | ||||
| Reference plan | Editfly Storage10 editing users included. Teams is an optional add-on. | BusinessUp to 25 members. Starter is not modeled. | Managed5 users included; additional seats charged. | GrowthUp to 15 seats; extra storage needs a quote. |
“Not verified” and “Confirm scope” mean the reviewed pages do not establish the capability or its plan coverage. They do not mean the feature is unavailable. Editfly’s pricing page lists an October 2026 beta; confirm availability before planning a production workflow.
This comparison is maintained by Performm. Vendor offers can change. Check the linked sources for current terms and ask each provider to confirm requirements for your project.