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Google Drive alternatives

Google Drive compared with 8 alternatives: Dropbox, Microsoft OneDrive, iCloud, Box, Proton Drive and 3 more.

Google Drive has a free plan. Paid plans start at $1.99 per month for 100 GB (US App Store price). 7 of the 8 alternatives are free or have a free plan. One more offers a free trial.

8 tools · Listings checked up to Oct 5, 2026 · Where the facts come from

At a glance

ToolPriceFree planRuns on
Google DriveThis toolFree plan · from $1.99/moYesWeb, macOS, Windows, iOS, Android
DropboxFree plan · from $9.99/moYesWeb, macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android
Microsoft OneDriveFree plan · from $1.99/moYesWeb, macOS, Windows, iOS, Android
iCloudFree plan · from $0.99/moYesWeb, macOS, Windows, iOS
BoxFree plan · from $5/moYesWeb, macOS, Windows, iOS, Android
Proton DriveFree plan · from $3.99/moYesWeb, macOS, Windows, iOS, Android
NextcloudFree plan · from €71.29/yrYesWeb, macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android
WeTransferFree plan · from $8/moYesWeb, macOS, iOS, Android
Microsoft SharePointFree trial · from $5.40/moTrial onlyWeb, iOS, Android

How each one differs from Google Drive

  1. Dropbox

    Cloud storage and file sync with transfer and signing tools

    • Dropbox starts at $9.99 per month, billed yearly. Google Drive starts at $1.99 per month for 100 GB (US App Store price).
    • Only Dropbox lists a Linux app.
    • Dropbox also covers documents.
    • Google Drive also covers AI search.

    Suits: Individuals who want 2 TB synced across Windows, Mac and Linux

    Dropbox vs Google DriveDropbox pricing and details

  2. Microsoft OneDrive

    Microsoft's cloud storage, bundled with Microsoft 365 plans

    • Microsoft OneDrive starts at $1.99 per month, or $19.99 per year. Google Drive starts at $1.99 per month for 100 GB (US App Store price).
    • Google Drive also covers AI search.

    Suits: People who already pay for Microsoft 365 and its Office apps

    Microsoft OneDrive vs Google DriveMicrosoft OneDrive pricing and details

  3. iCloud

    Apple's storage and sync service for photos, files and backups

    • iCloud starts at $0.99 per month for 50 GB. Google Drive starts at $1.99 per month for 100 GB (US App Store price).
    • Only Google Drive lists an Android app.
    • Google Drive also covers AI search.

    Suits: People whose devices are mostly iPhone, iPad and Mac

    iCloud vs Google DriveiCloud pricing and details

  4. Box

    Business content storage with e-signatures, workflows and AI

    • Box starts at $5 per user / month, billed annually (minimum 3 users). Google Drive starts at $1.99 per month for 100 GB (US App Store price).
    • Box also covers workflow automation.
    • Google Drive also covers AI search.

    Suits: Companies that need unlimited storage priced per user

    Box vs Google DriveBox pricing and details

  5. Proton Drive

    End-to-end encrypted cloud storage from the maker of Proton Mail

    • Proton Drive starts at $3.99 per month, billed yearly. Google Drive starts at $1.99 per month for 100 GB (US App Store price).
    • Proton Drive is open source and end-to-end encrypted, according to its own site.
    • Proton Drive also covers documents and spreadsheets.
    • Google Drive also covers AI search.

    Suits: People who want encrypted storage under Swiss jurisdiction

    Proton Drive vs Google DriveProton Drive pricing and details

  6. Nextcloud

    Open source, self-hosted file sync and collaboration platform

    • Nextcloud starts at 71.29€ per user / year, excl. VAT (from 100 users). Google Drive starts at $1.99 per month for 100 GB (US App Store price).
    • Only Nextcloud lists a Linux app.
    • Nextcloud is open source and self-hostable, according to its own site.
    • Nextcloud also covers video calls.
    • Google Drive also covers AI search.

    Suits: Organizations that must keep files on servers they control

    Nextcloud vs Google DriveNextcloud pricing and details

  7. WeTransfer

    Send large files by email or link without recipient sign-up

    • WeTransfer starts at $8 per month, billed monthly. Google Drive starts at $1.99 per month for 100 GB (US App Store price).
    • Only Google Drive lists a Windows app.
    • WeTransfer also covers documents and menu bar app.
    • Google Drive also covers AI search and file sync.

    Suits: Sending large files to clients who should not need an account

    WeTransfer vs Google DriveWeTransfer pricing and details

  8. Microsoft SharePoint

    Intranet, team sites and document management in Microsoft 365

    • Microsoft SharePoint starts at $5.40 per user / month, paid yearly (Microsoft 365 Business Basic, no Teams). Google Drive starts at $1.99 per month for 100 GB (US App Store price).
    • Google Drive has a free plan. Microsoft SharePoint does not, though it has a free trial.
    • Only Google Drive lists macOS and Windows apps.
    • Microsoft SharePoint also covers templates, workflow automation and documents.
    • Google Drive also covers file sync.

    Suits: Organizations on Microsoft 365 that need an intranet and team sites

    Microsoft SharePoint vs Google DriveMicrosoft SharePoint pricing and details

Limits worth knowing in Google Drive

  • The free 15 GB is shared with Gmail and Google Photos, so mail and photo backups count against it.
  • There is no Drive for desktop app for Linux; Google directs Linux users to Drive on the web.
  • Shared drives, client-side encryption and third-party app integrations are premium features of some Workspace Business and Enterprise plans.
  • Business plans are sold separately through Google Workspace, with pooled storage of 30 GB per user on Starter and 2 TB per user on Standard.
Google Drive pricing and details

Common questions

What are the alternatives to Google Drive?

The alternatives to Google Drive in this directory are Dropbox, Microsoft OneDrive, iCloud, Box, Proton Drive, Nextcloud, WeTransfer and Microsoft SharePoint. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with Google Drive.

Is there a free alternative to Google Drive?

Yes. Dropbox, Microsoft OneDrive, iCloud, Box, Proton Drive, Nextcloud and WeTransfer have a free plan alongside paid ones.

Which Google Drive alternatives work on Linux?

The Google Drive listing does not include a Linux app. Dropbox and Nextcloud list one.

Is there an open-source alternative to Google Drive?

Proton Drive and Nextcloud are described as open source on their own sites.

When were these prices checked?

Every listing on this page was checked on Oct 5, 2026, against the pages it cites. Vendors change prices without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.