19 Best Google Drive Alternatives in 2026

By Sarah Mitchell, Cloud & Developer Tools EditorยทUpdated April 24, 2026ยท16 min read

The top 10 Google Drive alternatives in 2026 include Backblaze B2 (score 78/100, from $0.006/GB/mo), Tresorit (score 68/100, from $10.42/user/mo), Dropbox (score 88/100, from $9.99/user/mo), and 16 more cloud storage tools. Google Drive is a cloud storage platform used by 3B+ teams. Teams switching from Google Drive typically look for better pricing, specific cloud storage features, or different integration options. hiltonsoftware.co evaluates each Google Drive alternative using a weighted scoring system that measures user ratings (40%), feature depth (25%), value for money (20%), market presence (10%), and growth trajectory (5%). 15 of the 19 Google Drive alternatives offer free plans. The highest-rated Google Drive alternative is Backblaze B2 with a hiltonsoftware.co score of 78/100 and pricing starting at $0.006/GB/mo.

Google Drive (91/100 on hiltonsoftware.co) is a cloud storage tool used by 3B+ users, with plans starting at $2.99/mo (personal) and a free tier available. Below are 19 alternatives ranked by our proprietary score โ€” 15 of them offer free plans. The top-rated alternative is Backblaze B2 with a score of 78/100 and a free plan.

What are the best alternatives to Google Drive in 2026?

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Backblaze B2TOP PICKFREE PLAN

Ultra-affordable S3-compatible cloud object storage for developers and backups.

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From $0.006/GB/mo500K+ users
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Tresorit

End-to-end encrypted cloud storage built for enterprise security and compliance.

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From $10.42/user/mo30K+ orgs users
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DropboxFREE PLAN

Cloud storage with reliable sync, collaboration tools, and file recovery.

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From $9.99/user/mo700M+ users
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pCloudFREE PLAN

Cloud storage with lifetime plan option and optional client-side encryption.

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From $3.99/mo16M+ users
#5
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NextcloudFREE PLAN

Open-source self-hosted cloud platform for files, calendar, contacts, and more.

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From Free (self-hosted)20M+ users
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Wasabi

Fast, affordable S3-compatible cloud storage with no egress fees.

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From $6.99/TB/mo50K+ users
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IDriveFREE PLAN

Cloud backup service with 10TB storage plans for PCs, Macs, and mobile devices.

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From $2.95/yr (first yr)3M+ users
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Hetzner Storage Box

Affordable European-hosted storage with SFTP, rsync, and Samba access protocols.

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From $3.81/mo (1TB)500K+ users
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OneDriveFREE PLAN

Microsoft cloud storage integrated with Windows and Microsoft 365.

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From $1.99/mo (personal)500M+ users
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Sync.comFREE PLAN

Privacy-focused cloud storage with end-to-end encryption for all files.

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From $8/user/mo1M+ users
#11
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MEGAFREE PLAN

Encrypted cloud storage with 20GB free and end-to-end encryption for all files.

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From $5.46/mo300M+ users
#12
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Proton DriveFREE PLAN

End-to-end encrypted cloud storage from the makers of ProtonMail.

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From $3.99/mo100M+ (Proton ecosystem) users
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BoxFREE PLAN

Enterprise cloud content management with security, compliance, and collaboration.

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From $15/user/mo100K+ orgs users
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iCloud DriveFREE PLAN

Apple cloud storage deeply integrated with iOS, macOS, and iWork apps.

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From $0.99/mo (50GB)850M+ users
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InternxtFREE PLAN

Privacy-first cloud storage with zero-knowledge encryption and open-source clients.

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From $4.49/mo2M+ users
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KoofrFREE PLAN

European cloud storage that connects to your existing cloud accounts in one place.

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From $2.99/mo500K+ users
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StorjFREE PLAN

Decentralized cloud storage using distributed network for S3-compatible object storage.

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From $0.004/GB/mo25K+ users
#18
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FilebaseFREE PLAN

S3-compatible object storage built on decentralized blockchain networks.

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From $5.99/mo10K+ users
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SpiderOak

Zero-knowledge encrypted cloud storage and backup for security-sensitive users.

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From $6/mo100K+ users

Frequently asked questions about Google Drive alternatives

What is the best alternative to Google Drive?
The top-rated Google Drive alternative is Backblaze B2 with a hiltonsoftware.co score of 78/100. Backblaze B2 ultra-affordable s3-compatible cloud object storage for developers and backups. Backblaze B2 starts at $0.006/GB/mo and offers a free plan. Other strong Google Drive alternatives include Tresorit (68/100, from $10.42/user/mo) and Dropbox (88/100, from $9.99/user/mo).
Are there free alternatives to Google Drive?
Yes, 15 of the 19 Google Drive alternatives offer free plans. The highest-rated free Google Drive alternatives are Backblaze B2 (78/100), Dropbox (88/100), pCloud (82/100). Google Drive itself also offers a free plan with paid tiers starting at $2.99/mo (personal). Teams comparing Google Drive free alternatives should evaluate feature limits and user caps before switching.
How does Google Drive compare to Backblaze B2?
Google Drive scores 91/100 while Backblaze B2 scores 78/100 on hiltonsoftware.co. Google Drive strengths include "15gb free storage", while Google Drive limitations include "privacy concerns for sensitive files". Backblaze B2 starts at $0.006/GB/mo with a free plan, compared to Google Drive pricing from $2.99/mo (personal) (free plan available).
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