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Microsoft OneDrive alternatives
Microsoft OneDrive compared with 5 alternatives: Google Drive, Dropbox, iCloud, Box and pCloud.
Microsoft OneDrive has a free plan. Paid plans start at $1.99 per month, or $19.99 per year. All 5 alternatives are free or have a free plan.
5 tools · Listings checked up to Oct 5, 2026 · Where the facts come from
At a glance
| Tool | Price | Free plan | Runs on |
|---|---|---|---|
| Microsoft OneDriveThis tool | Free plan · from $1.99/mo | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, iOS, Android |
| Google Drive | Free plan · from $1.99/mo | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, iOS, Android |
| Dropbox | Free plan · from $9.99/mo | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android |
| iCloud | Free plan · from $0.99/mo | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, iOS |
| Box | Free plan · from $5/mo | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, iOS, Android |
| pCloud | Free plan · from $4.99/mo | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android, Browser extension |
How each one differs from Microsoft OneDrive
- Free plan · from $1.99/mo
Google Drive
Cloud storage tied to Google Docs, Gmail and Photos
- Google Drive starts at $1.99 per month for 100 GB (US App Store price). Microsoft OneDrive starts at $1.99 per month, or $19.99 per year.
- Google Drive also covers AI search.
Suits: People who already use Gmail, Google Docs and Google Photos
- Free plan · from $9.99/mo
Dropbox
Cloud storage and file sync with transfer and signing tools
- Dropbox starts at $9.99 per month, billed yearly. Microsoft OneDrive starts at $1.99 per month, or $19.99 per year.
- Only Dropbox lists a Linux app.
- Dropbox also covers documents.
Suits: Individuals who want 2 TB synced across Windows, Mac and Linux
- Free plan · from $0.99/mo
iCloud
Apple's storage and sync service for photos, files and backups
- iCloud starts at $0.99 per month for 50 GB. Microsoft OneDrive starts at $1.99 per month, or $19.99 per year.
- Only Microsoft OneDrive lists an Android app.
Suits: People whose devices are mostly iPhone, iPad and Mac
- Free plan · from $5/mo
Box
Business content storage with e-signatures, workflows and AI
- Box starts at $5 per user / month, billed annually (minimum 3 users). Microsoft OneDrive starts at $1.99 per month, or $19.99 per year.
- Box also covers workflow automation.
Suits: Companies that need unlimited storage priced per user
- Free plan · from $4.99/mo
pCloud
Swiss cloud storage sold by subscription or one-time payment
- pCloud starts at $4.99 per month, or $49.99 billed yearly. Microsoft OneDrive starts at $1.99 per month, or $19.99 per year.
- Only pCloud lists a Linux app.
- Only pCloud lists a browser extension.
- pCloud can be bought with a one-time purchase.
Suits: People who prefer a one-time lifetime payment to a subscription
Limits worth knowing in Microsoft OneDrive
- The free allowance is 5 GB.
- Home plans jump from 100 GB on Basic ($1.99 a month) to 1 TB on Personal ($9.99 a month), with no tier in between.
- Microsoft's system requirements list Windows, macOS, iOS and Android apps but no Linux client.
- Copilot features in the Family and Premium plans apply to the subscription owner only and cannot be shared.
Common questions
What are the alternatives to Microsoft OneDrive?
The alternatives to Microsoft OneDrive in this directory are Google Drive, Dropbox, iCloud, Box and pCloud. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with Microsoft OneDrive.
Is there a free alternative to Microsoft OneDrive?
Yes. Google Drive, Dropbox, iCloud, Box and pCloud have a free plan alongside paid ones.
Which Microsoft OneDrive alternatives work on Linux?
The Microsoft OneDrive listing does not include a Linux app. Dropbox and pCloud list one.
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.