Dropbox
iCloud
Dropbox
iCloud
Dropbox
iCloud
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iCloud
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Dropbox
iCloud
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iCloud
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iCloud
Users: 1 user
Storage: 2GB
Limits: Only 2GB storage (competitors offer 5-15GB free), no advanced sharing, limited features
Users: 1 user
Storage: 2TB
Limits: Single user only, no team features, still expensive vs competitors
Users: Up to 6 users
Storage: 2TB shared
Limits: 2TB shared among 6 people can be limiting
Users: 1 user
Storage: 3TB
Limits: Single user only despite business-like pricing
Users: 1+ users
Storage: 3TB
Limits: Need Standard or Advanced for larger teams
Users: Per user (min 3)
Storage: 9TB per user
Limits: 3 user minimum, SSO requires add-on or higher tier
Users: 1 user
Storage: 5GB
Limits: No Private Relay, No Hide My Email, No custom email domain, No HomeKit Secure Video
Users: Up to 6 family members
Storage: 50GB
Limits: Only 1 HomeKit Secure Video camera supported
Users: Up to 6 family members
Storage: 200GB
Limits: Limited to 5 HomeKit Secure Video cameras
Users: Up to 6 family members
Storage: 2TB
Limits: None significant at this tier
Users: Up to 6 family members
Storage: 6TB
Limits: None
Users: Up to 6 family members
Storage: 12TB
Limits: None
| Feature | Dropbox | iCloud |
|---|---|---|
| Sync | ||
| Cross-platform sync Windows, Mac, Linux, iOS, Android | ||
| Storage | ||
| Photo sync Syncs, not backs up - deletes propagate everywhere | ||
| File storage (iCloud Drive) Good iOS/Mac integration, poor Windows | ||
| Smart Sync Online-only files to save local space | ||
| Performance | ||
| Block-level sync Faster uploads for changed files | ||
| Sharing | ||
| File sharing links Password protection, expiration dates | ||
| Family sharing Up to 6 members, shared storage pool | ||
| Backup | ||
| Device backup Automatic iPhone/iPad backup, not comprehensive | ||
| Version history 30-180 days depending on plan | ||
| File recovery Restore deleted files | ||
| Security | ||
| End-to-end encryption Requires enabling Advanced Data Protection | ||
| Zero-knowledge encryption Dropbox can access your files | ||
| Password manager (Keychain) Good iOS/Mac, limited cross-platform | ||
| Productivity | ||
| Paper (notes/docs) Built-in document editor | ||
| Built-in office suite Relies on integrations | ||
| Collaboration tools Basic, not comparable to Google Workspace | ||
| Privacy | ||
| Private Relay (VPN-like) iCloud+ only, not available in all regions | ||
| Hide My Email iCloud+ only, generate random email aliases | ||
| Integrations | ||
| Third-party integrations Slack, Zoom, Adobe, etc. | ||
| Platform | ||
| Mobile apps iOS and Android | ||
| Linux desktop app Available for Linux | ||
| Custom email domain iCloud+ only | ||
| Usability | ||
| Offline access Mark files for offline use | ||
| Smart Home | ||
| HomeKit Secure Video iCloud+ only, camera limits on lower tiers | ||
| Collaboration | ||
| Real-time collaboration Via Paper and integrations | ||
| Admin | ||
| Admin console (Business) Business plans only | ||
