Alternatives · File Storage
Zoolz alternatives
As of Nov 12, 2026, the highest-graded Zoolz alternative is IDrive (3.2 GPA). It's also the best free one. The catch, in its listing's words: "IDrive Basic: 10 GB of backup storage, no credit card required."
Zoolz compared with 5 alternatives: IDrive, Backblaze B2, Wasabi, Livedrive and Degoo.
Zoolz is a paid product with a free trial, starting at $7.99 per month, billed monthly ($79.99 billed yearly). 3 of the 5 alternatives are free or have a free plan. 2 more offer a free trial.
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At a glance
| Tool | Price | Free plan | Runs on |
|---|---|---|---|
| ZoolzThis tool | Free trial · from $7.99/mo | Trial only | Web, macOS, Windows |
| IDrive | Free plan · from $0.25/mo | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android |
| Backblaze B2 | Free plan · from $6.95/mo | Yes | Web |
| Wasabi | Free trial · from $7.99/mo | Trial only | Web |
| Livedrive | Free trial · from £7.69/mo | Trial only | Web, macOS, Windows, iOS, Android |
| Degoo | Free plan · from $2.99/mo | Yes | Web, iOS, Android |
Price against what you get
Zoolz starts at $7.99 a month and scores 2.0 out of 4 on features, ease of use and platforms. 2 of the 5 alternatives on this chart score higher and start lower: IDrive and Degoo.
Wasabi and Livedrive score higher without starting lower. Backblaze B2 starts lower without scoring higher.
Features, ease of use and platforms, averaged
What paid plans start at, a month (each step along is roughly double) →
- The best score at each price
- Has a free plan
- No free plan
How each one differs from Zoolz
IDrive
Cloud backup for many devices in one account, with a sync folder
- IDrive starts at $0.25 per month for 100 GB, billed annually (Mini).
- IDrive has a free plan, which Zoolz lacks.
- IDrive also lists Linux, iOS and Android apps.
- IDrive also covers file sync.
- IDrive does not cover file management, which Zoolz does.
Suits: Households backing up several computers and phones to one account
Backblaze B2
S3-compatible object storage billed per terabyte
- Backblaze B2 starts at $6.95 per TB / month.
- Backblaze B2 has a free plan, which Zoolz lacks.
- Backblaze B2 lists no Windows and macOS apps, which Zoolz has.
- Backblaze B2 does not cover file sharing, which Zoolz does.
Suits: Backups and archives that are read less than they are stored
Wasabi
S3-compatible cloud object storage at a flat per-TB rate
- Wasabi starts at $7.99 per TB / month.
- Wasabi lists no Windows and macOS apps, which Zoolz has.
- Wasabi does not cover file sharing, which Zoolz does.
Suits: Backup and archive storage that is read often
Livedrive
Unlimited PC and Mac backup with an online Briefcase folder
- Livedrive starts at £7.69 per month (Backup), £76.90 billed annually.
- Livedrive also lists iOS and Android apps.
- Livedrive also covers file sync.
- Livedrive does not cover file management, which Zoolz does.
Suits: Home users who want a simple backup of one PC or Mac
Degoo
Consumer cloud storage for photos with a free 20 GB plan
- Degoo starts at $2.99 per month (Pro, 500 GB).
- Degoo has a free plan, which Zoolz lacks.
- Degoo also lists iOS and Android apps.
- Degoo lists no Windows and macOS apps, which Zoolz has.
- Degoo is end-to-end encrypted, according to its own site.
Suits: People who want free photo backup from a phone
Limits worth knowing in Zoolz
- Most storage is cold, so only the smaller hot tier is for quick access.
- The 2.5 TB plan is limited to 5 users, 1 server and files up to 20 GB.
- Apps are listed for Windows and Mac only, plus browser access.
- Only monthly and yearly billing are shown; no multi-year terms or other currencies appear.
Common questions
What are the alternatives to Zoolz?
The alternatives to Zoolz in this directory are IDrive, Backblaze B2, Wasabi, Livedrive and Degoo. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with Zoolz.
Is there a free alternative to Zoolz?
Yes. IDrive, Backblaze B2 and Degoo have a free plan alongside paid ones.
Which Zoolz alternatives work on Linux?
The Zoolz listing does not include a Linux app. IDrive lists one.
Which Zoolz alternatives work on Android?
The Zoolz listing does not include an Android app. IDrive, Livedrive and Degoo list one.
When were these prices checked?
Each listing shows its own date. On this page they run from Oct 18, 2026 to Nov 12, 2026. Vendors change prices without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.