pCloud AlternativesTop Cloud Storage Services & File Sync Tools like pCloud

pCloud is described as 'Cloud-based storage solution that centralizes and makes digital content like images, videos, and documents accessible from any device, anywhere. It also allows file sharing with managed access permissions' and is a very popular Cloud Storage service in the backup & sync category. There are more than 100 alternatives to pCloud for a variety of platforms, including Web-based, Windows, Android, iPhone and Mac apps. The best pCloud alternative is Dropbox, which is free. Other great apps like pCloud are Nextcloud, Google Drive, MEGA and Filen.

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  1. Dropbox icon

    Dropbox

     5572 likes

    Synchronize and access files across multiple devices with secure cloud storage. Features include 2GB free storage, two-factor authentication, selective sync, offline access, shared folders, and built-in viewer, supporting various platforms and languages.

    332 Dropbox alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Chrome OS
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
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    Dropbox vs pCloud Comments
    gopatsgo
    Positive
    0

    Good software but just too pricey.

    sam_lucas
    Positive
    0

    Same functionality as pCloud, plus a few less important features. Dropbox has the best Linux app of any personal cloud storage I've seen, although pCloud comes very close. Only drawbacks are more expensive/less free space, and free users are limited to 3 devices.

    • Dropbox is Freemium and ProprietarypCloud is also Freemium and Proprietary
  2. Nextcloud icon

    Nextcloud

     1234 likes

    On-premises solution offering file sync, universal data access and collaboration through Nextcloud Files, Talk, and Groupware. Ensures secure, controlled data storage for enterprise with powerful privacy tools including encryption, fine-grained access, and a bug bounty.

    180 Nextcloud alternatives

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • HUAWEI AppGallery
    • iPad
    • Self-Hosted
    • Snapcraft
    • Flathub
    • F-Droid
    • Raspberry Pi
    • Cloudron
    • Docker Hub
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  4. Google Drive icon

    Google Drive

     2445 likes

    A file storage and synchronization service integrated with Google Docs suite, enabling seamless collaboration across devices. Offers scalable storage, real-time updates, offline access, and extensive sharing options across Mac, PC, and mobiles.

    267 Google Drive alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Chrome OS
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
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    Google Drive vs pCloud Comments
    Guest
    Negative
    0

    Data are not encrypted before sent

    • Google Drive is Freemium and ProprietarypCloud is also Freemium and Proprietary
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    kDrive

    kDrive is a Swiss online storage service that respects its users' privacy and makes storing, sharing & collaborating on files a breeze.

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  6. MEGA icon

    MEGA

     940 likes

    This cloud-storage service offers end-to-end encryption, selective synchronization, and shared folders without ads. Supports offline access, two-factor authentication, encrypted backup, a command-line interface, and dark mode for comfortable use.

    235 MEGA alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Chrome OS
    • Android Tablet
    • Windows Phone
    • iPad
    • Google Chrome
    • Mozilla Firefox
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    MEGA vs pCloud Comments
    Bruno Klampfl
    Positive
    2

    Offers more storage than most of the similar services, can select any folder on your disk to be synced.

    • MEGA is Freemium and ProprietarypCloud is also Freemium and Proprietary
  8. Filen icon

    Filen

     166 likes

    Filen is a cutting-edge cloud storage provider that offers client-side, end-to-end, zero-knowledge encryption. Headquartered and operated entirely in Germany, Filen is at the forefront of combining comprehensive features with uncompromising privacy and security.

    79 Filen alternatives

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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Debian
    • AppImage
    • Fedora
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  9. Proton Drive icon

    Proton Drive

     183 likes

    Offering comprehensive privacy with end-to-end encryption, Proton Drive allows users to store, synchronize, and share files across various devices through web, desktop, and mobile apps. Free storage up to 5 GB, service remains open-source and audited, ensuring file content and access control.

    90 Proton Drive alternatives

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Tor
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  10. Microsoft OneDrive icon

    Microsoft OneDrive

     760 likes

    Manage and share files securely across devices with OneDrive. It offers 5 GB free storage, direct Office integration, automatic backups, and file sync for seamless collaboration. Ideal for personal and business use with advanced data protection tools.

    231 Microsoft OneDrive alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Chrome OS
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Kindle Fire
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  11. ownCloud icon

    ownCloud

     876 likes

    Self-hosted option for secure file sync, sharing, calendars, contacts, and mail supporting mobile, desktop, web access and external storage, real-time collaboration, password-protected links, document editing, anti-virus scanning, and LDAP integration.

    236 ownCloud alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Blackberry
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Self-Hosted
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
    • Raspberry Pi
    • Cloudron
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  12. Koofr icon

    Koofr

     154 likes

    Koofr is a safe, secure and simple way to store, backup and share your documents, photos, videos and more. It offers up to 10 GB of free safe storage for your files with affordable upgrades and options to connect multiple cloud accounts.

    207 Koofr alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Open Source (MIT)

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • Windows Phone
    • iPad
    • Linux Mobile
    • Google Chrome
    • Rust
    • F-Droid
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
    • Docker
    • Chromium
    • Mozilla Firefox
    iOS app
     
  13. Send icon

    Send

     88 likes

    Secure file sharing tool with end-to-end encryption and auto-expiring links. Forked from Firefox Send, it's now self-hostable and compatible with ffsend CLI. Share files up to 2.5GB privately and securely, knowing they won't stay online forever.

    125 Send alternatives

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    • Online
    • Self-Hosted
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  14. Box icon

    Box

     450 likes

    Offers secure content management with workflow automation, AI-driven insights, 10GB free cloud storage, e-signature support, integration with 1,500+ apps, file-level security, offline access, document commenting, real-time search, and previews for 200+ file types.

    248 Box alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    Work from the cloud
     
  15. Ente Locker icon

    Ente Locker

     28 likes

    Ente Locker is a secure vault for life’s essentials - your most important documents and credentials - protected with end-to-end encryption.

    Cost / License

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    Platforms

    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • F-Droid
    • Online
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