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Best iCloud+ alternatives
We put iCloud+ head to head with the 6 closest rivals we have tested, so you can switch on evidence, not a hunch.
Where iCloud+ can fall short
6 alternatives worth your time
Google Drive
4.4 out of 54.4Storage and docs at the center of Workspace.
Google Drive edges out iCloud+ in our testing, scoring 4.4 to 4.2 overall.
- Well established product with an active user base
- Regular updates and clear roadmap
Proton Drive
4.3 out of 54.3End-to-end encrypted cloud storage.
Proton Drive edges out iCloud+ in our testing, scoring 4.3 to 4.2 overall.
- Well established product with an active user base
- Regular updates and clear roadmap
Sync.com
4.3 out of 54.3Zero-knowledge encrypted file storage.
Sync.com edges out iCloud+ in our testing, scoring 4.3 to 4.2 overall.
- Well established product with an active user base
- Regular updates and clear roadmap
pCloud
4.3 out of 54.3Cloud storage with a one-time lifetime plan.
pCloud edges out iCloud+ in our testing, scoring 4.3 to 4.2 overall.
- Well established product with an active user base
- Regular updates and clear roadmap
Dropbox
4.2 out of 54.2Reliable file sync trusted for years.
Dropbox is the pick when you want reliable file sync trusted for years., and it leads on ease of use.
- Well established product with an active user base
- Regular updates and clear roadmap
OneDrive
4.1 out of 54.1Microsoft storage tied into Office.
OneDrive is the pick when you want microsoft storage tied into office., and it leads on ease of use.
- Well established product with an active user base
- Regular updates and clear roadmap
iCloud+ vs the alternatives
| Tool | Our score | From | Free tier | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4.2 | $0.99/mo | Yes | Seamless storage across Apple devices. | |
| 4.4 | $1.99/mo | Yes | Storage and docs at the center of Workspace. | |
| 4.3 | $4.99/mo | Yes | End-to-end encrypted cloud storage. | |
| 4.3 | $8/mo | Yes | Zero-knowledge encrypted file storage. | |
| 4.3 | $49.99/yr | Yes | Cloud storage with a one-time lifetime plan. | |
| 4.2 | $11.99/mo | Yes | Reliable file sync trusted for years. | |
| 4.1 | $1.99/mo | Yes | Microsoft storage tied into Office. |
Switch to Google Drive
Google Drive edges out iCloud+ in our testing, scoring 4.4 to 4.2 overall. It is the iCloud+ alternative we recommend first for most people.
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