Best Dropbox Alternatives
The best alternatives to Dropbox, ranked by rating and value.
We compared 4 Dropbox alternatives. pCloud is the top pick at 4.6/5 (from $5/mo). 4 cost less than Dropbox's $12/mo. 2 rate higher than Dropbox itself (4.4/5).
Why look for a Dropbox alternative?
Dropbox rates 4.4/5 and is genuinely strong at rock-solid sync — most people switch because of a specific trade-off:
- •Pricier per TB
- •No zero-knowledge encryption
Dropbox alternatives compared
The best Dropbox alternatives, ranked
Secure cloud storage with lifetime plans
Why switch: Lifetime one-time plans. Best for Privacy-minded individuals.
Zero-knowledge encrypted cloud storage
Why switch: End-to-end encrypted. Best for Privacy & compliance-focused users.
Slick, affordable encrypted storage
Why switch: Very affordable. Best for Budget-conscious individuals.
Open-source, private cloud storage
Why switch: Open source. Best for Open-source & privacy advocates.
Pick by priority
Best rated → pCloud
4.6/5 across 8,900 reviews. Lifetime one-time plans.
Cheapest → Internxt ($1/mo)
The lowest entry price of the alternatives here.
Closest fit → pCloud
Our top overall pick for people leaving Dropbox. Suits Privacy-minded individuals.
Frequently asked questions
What is the best alternative to Dropbox?+
pCloud is our top-ranked Dropbox alternative, rated 4.6/5 and starting at $5/mo. Lifetime one-time plans is its standout strength, and it suits Privacy-minded individuals.
Are there free alternatives to Dropbox?+
None of these offer a permanently free plan. The cheapest way in is Internxt at $1/mo. Free trials are often available.
What is a cheaper alternative to Dropbox?+
4 of these start below Dropbox's $12/mo: pCloud ($5/mo), Sync.com ($8/mo), Icedrive ($5/mo), Internxt ($1/mo).
Why do people look for Dropbox alternatives?+
The most common reasons are: pricier per TB, no zero-knowledge encryption. Dropbox still rates 4.4/5, so the right move depends on which trade-off matters to you.
Which Dropbox alternative is rated highest?+
pCloud at 4.6/5, versus 4.4/5 for Dropbox.