Alternatives · File Storage
kDrive alternatives
As of Nov 12, 2026, the highest-graded kDrive alternative is Nextcloud (3.2 GPA). It's also the best free one.
kDrive compared with 5 alternatives: Proton Drive, pCloud, Internxt, Koofr and Nextcloud.
kDrive has a free plan. Paid plans start at CHF 4.99 per month, excl. VAT (kDrive Solo, 3 TB). All 5 alternatives are free or have a free plan.
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At a glance
| Tool | Price | Free plan | Runs on |
|---|---|---|---|
| kDriveThis tool | Free plan | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android |
| Proton Drive | Free plan · from $3.99/mo | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, iOS, Android |
| pCloud | Free plan · from $4.99/mo | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android, Browser extension |
| Internxt | Free plan · from $11.99/mo | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android |
| Koofr | Free plan · from €0.50/mo | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android, Browser extension |
| Nextcloud | Free plan · from €71.29/yr | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android |
How each one differs from kDrive
Proton Drive
End-to-end encrypted cloud storage from the maker of Proton Mail
- Proton Drive starts at $3.99 per month, billed yearly.
- Proton Drive lists no Linux app, which kDrive has.
- Proton Drive is open source and end-to-end encrypted, according to its own site.
- Proton Drive also covers documents and spreadsheets.
- Proton Drive does not cover AI search, which kDrive does.
Suits: People who want encrypted storage under Swiss jurisdiction
pCloud
Swiss cloud storage sold by subscription or one-time payment
- pCloud starts at $4.99 per month, or $49.99 billed yearly.
- pCloud also lists a browser extension.
- pCloud can be bought with a one-time purchase.
- pCloud does not cover AI search, which kDrive does.
Suits: People who prefer a one-time lifetime payment to a subscription
Internxt
Open source, zero-knowledge cloud storage with lifetime plans
- Internxt starts at $11.99 per month, billed annually (list price).
- Internxt is open source and end-to-end encrypted, according to its own site.
- Internxt can be bought with a one-time purchase.
- Internxt does not cover AI search and file sync, which kDrive does.
Suits: People who want open source, zero-knowledge storage
Koofr
EU cloud storage that also connects Dropbox, Google Drive and OneDrive
- Koofr starts at €0.50 per month for 10 GB extra, billed yearly, incl. 22% VAT.
- Koofr also lists a browser extension.
- Koofr does not cover AI search, which kDrive does.
Suits: People who need a small paid plan: sizes start at 10 GB extra
Nextcloud
Open source, self-hosted file sync and collaboration platform
- Nextcloud starts at 71.29€ per user / year, excl. VAT (from 100 users).
- Nextcloud is open source and self-hostable, according to its own site.
- Nextcloud also covers video calls.
- Nextcloud does not cover AI search, which kDrive does.
Suits: Organizations that must keep files on servers they control
Limits worth knowing in kDrive
- Prices are in Swiss francs and exclude VAT; no US dollar prices are shown.
- Solo is limited to one user and its 3 TB cannot be increased.
- Team includes at most 6 users, and Pro needs a minimum of 3 users.
- Extra storage is sold in 5 TB steps, from CHF 36.00 a month.
Common questions
What are the alternatives to kDrive?
The alternatives to kDrive in this directory are Proton Drive, pCloud, Internxt, Koofr and Nextcloud. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with kDrive.
Is there a free alternative to kDrive?
Yes. Proton Drive, pCloud, Internxt, Koofr and Nextcloud have a free plan alongside paid ones.
Is there an open-source alternative to kDrive?
Proton Drive, Internxt and Nextcloud are described as open source on their own sites.
When were these prices checked?
Each listing shows its own date. On this page they run from Oct 5, 2026 to Nov 12, 2026. Vendors change prices without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.