Which FTP client is better: FileZilla, CuteFTP or TotalCommander?

Most people think that FTP speed depends on server and network speed. How about FTP client? Which FTP client should you prefer If you need high speed?

I tested three FTP clients:

• FileZilla 3.5.3
• CuteFTP 8.3.2
• Total Commander 7.55

Here is test environment:

• Operating system: Windows 7 Ultimate
• FTP Server speed: 30 Mbps (download), 140 Mbps (upload)
• Network speed:  32 Mbps (download), 2 Mbps (upload)

I have tried download/upload three times and calculated average. All clients have had the same conditions. The results:

* I used multi-part download and normal upload on CuteFTP. I used default settings on FileZilla and Total Commander.
* Passive mode was used for both download and upload (Find out more).

As a result

• Don’t use Total Commander! Upload speed of Total Commander is terrible!
• If you like open source programs choose FileZilla.
• If you like programs that have user-friendly interface, choose CuteFTP.