# Cloud Storage Cost Comparison: Google Drive vs Dropbox vs OneDrive In this article - [Google Drive vs Dropbox vs OneDrive vs DragBin: Quick Comparison](#google-drive-vs-dropbox-vs-onedrive-vs-dragbin:-quick-comparison) - [Google Drive Storage Costs](#google-drive-storage-costs) - [Dropbox Storage Costs](#dropbox-storage-costs) - [OneDrive Storage Costs](#onedrive-storage-costs) - [Secure and Affordable Cloud Storage Alternative for Business](#secure-and-affordable-cloud-storage-alternative-for-business) In this article- [Google Drive vs Dropbox vs OneDrive vs DragBin: Quick Comparison](#google-drive-vs-dropbox-vs-onedrive-vs-dragbin:-quick-comparison) - [Google Drive Storage Costs](#google-drive-storage-costs) - [Dropbox Storage Costs](#dropbox-storage-costs) - [OneDrive Storage Costs](#onedrive-storage-costs) - [Secure and Affordable Cloud Storage Alternative for Business](#secure-and-affordable-cloud-storage-alternative-for-business) [Blog](/blog/)/Cloud Storage Cost Comparison: Google Drive vs Dropbox vs OneDrive Cloud Storage # Cloud Storage Cost Comparison: Google Drive vs Dropbox vs OneDrive September 9, 20266 min readAs the cost of expanding physical storage continues to add up, cloud storage has become a practical alternative. If you're someone who wants to upgrade their free tier or simply wants an overview of the different storage limits and pricing, we have got you covered. Our cloud storage cost comparison of Google Drive, Dropbox and OneDrive lists what you actually get for your money and which option offers the best value. For a faster solution, DragBin's free [cloud storage price calculator](/tools/cloud-storage-price-calculator/) lets you estimate the storage capacity and costs for your cloud storage plan. Beyond this, the tools lists the [best free cloud storage](/blog/best-free-cloud-storage-2026/), [cost per GB at 1TB](/blog/1tb-cloud-storage-cost/) and the ideal service for you. Filters like lifetime deals and [zero knowledge](/zero-knowledge-encryption/) only help you narrow down your search. In this blog, we will compare Google Drive vs Dropbox vs OneDrive in terms of their storage costs. We will take a look at both their free storage capacity (including the features) and the range of paid plans. You will also be given a more affordable alternative and [encrypted cloud storage](/blog/best-encrypted-cloud-storage/) that offers true zero knowledge security. ## Google Drive vs Dropbox vs OneDrive vs DragBin: Quick Comparison MetricGoogle DriveDropboxOneDriveDragBinFree Storage15 GB2 GB5 GB25 GBStarting Paid Plan$1.99/mo (100 GB Basic)$9.99/mo (2 TB Plus annual)$1.99/mo (100 GB Basic)$0.89/mo (per 100 GB)1 TB / 2 TB Pricing$9.99/mo (2 TB AI Plus)$9.99/mo (2 TB Plus annual)$9.99/mo (1 TB Personal)$5/mo (1 TB Professional)Higher Storage Tiers$19.99/mo (5 TB AI Pro)$19.99/mo (3 TB Pro / 2 TB Family)$12.99/mo (6 TB Family) / $19.99/mo (6 TB Premium)Unified pooled plans + Pay-as-you-goBusiness / Team ModelPer-user ($7 - $22/user/mo)Per-user ($15 - $24/user/mo)Per-user pricingUnified team pricing (Unlimited users, 5 TB pooled)End-to-End EncryptionNo by default (Workspace CSE only)No (Server-side encryption)No by default (Personal Vault limited)Yes (Client-side E2EE by default)Zero-Knowledge ArchitectureNoNoNoYes (Complete zero-knowledge)Post-Quantum SecurityNoNoNoYes (Protects against HNDL threats)Content ScanningAutomated scanning for malware & contentServer-side file inspectionAutomated file scans + CopilotNever scanned (mathematically impossible)Metadata ProtectionNoNoNoYes ## Google Drive Storage Costs [Google Drive](/alternatives/google-drive/) is probably the most famous cloud storage service out there with billions of users. Whether it's the real time collaboration features or the interconnected Google ecosystem, it is a convenient platform. Take a look at Google Drive's free and paid plans below. ### Google Drive Free Storage Tier Google Drive offers a generous 15 GB of free storage but lacks [end-to-end encryption](/end-to-end-encryption/) by default. Some of the basic features in Google's free cloud storage plan includes Gemini AI features, basic sharing, folder organization and cross device access. However, this 15 GB of free storage is shared across Google Drive, Gmail and [Google Photos](/blog/google-photos-privacy/). ### Google Drive Paid Plans Google Drive pricing for paid plans starts with the Basic plan for 100 GB which costs $1.99/month or $19.99/year. If you want AI features, consider the Google AI Plus plan that offers 2 TB of storage for $9.99/month. A higher variant is the Google AI Pro plan that offers 5 TB of storage for $19.99/month. There are several Google Workspace plans and Google offers [client side encryption](/client-side-encryption/) only for these. All of them are per-user pricing, beginning with Business Starter for 30 GB pooled storage which costs $7 per user/month on the annual subscription. Other options include the Business Standard for 2 TB pooled storage at $14 per user/month and Business Plus with 5 TB pooled storage at $22 per user/month. For more information about performance, security and features, read our detailed [Google Drive review](/reviews/google-drive-review-2026/). ## Dropbox Storage Costs Next on the cloud storage cost comparison list is [Dropbox](/alternatives/dropbox/), a legacy cloud storage that has been in the industry for nearly two decades. Even though the platform has a [history of data breaches](/blog/is-dropbox-secure/), it is used by hundreds and thousands of users to backup, store and manage files. Take a look at Dropbox's free and paid plans below. ### Dropbox Free Storage Tier Dropbox only offers 2 GB of free cloud storage and does not rank well among the top rated free cloud storage platforms. They have a referral program to earn 500 MB per successful referral and offer basic features like version history up to 30 days, basic sharing and multi device sync. ### Dropbox Paid Plans Dropbox pricing for the paid plans include Dropbox Plus which offers 2 TB of storage for $9.99/ month for one person if billed annually. There is also the Dropbox Professional plan which offers 3 TB of storage at $19.99/month. The Dropbox Family plan also costs $19.99/month, offering 2 TB of shared storage for up to six users. Each member gets their own account and login credentials to maintain privacy. In terms of teams, Dropbox offers user-based pricing with their Standard plan at $15 per user per month, while the Advanced plan costs $24 per user per month. For more information about performance, security and features, read our detailed [Dropbox review](/reviews/dropbox-review-2026/). ## OneDrive Storage Costs Marked by its seamless sync, productivity and deep integration with the Microsoft applications, take a look at [OneDrive](/alternatives/onedrive/) free and paid plans below. ### OneDrive Free Storage Tier OneDrive offers 5 GB of free storage when you sign up for its cloud service. Some of the features included in OneDrive's free plan include basic file sharing, cross device sync, automatic camera backup and a personal vault to store up to 3 sensitive files. Unlike Google, which does not offer separate storage quotas for Gmail and Drive, Microsoft provides 15 GB of storage separately for Outlook. ### OneDrive Paid Plans OneDrive pricing for the paid plans include 100 GB of cloud storage in the Microsoft 365 Basic plan at $1.99/month or $19.99/year. The Microsoft 365 Personal plan offers 1 TB of storage for $9.99/month or $99.99/year. The Microsoft 365 Premium plan includes 6 TB of storage for $19.99/month or $199.99/year with 1 TB per person for up to six people, along with additional AI and Copilot features. You can also opt in for the Microsoft 365 Family plan that offers up to 6 TB of storage, with 1 TB allocated to each of up to six people, for $12.99/month or $129.99/year. ## Secure and Affordable Cloud Storage Alternative for Business Google Drive, Dropbox and OneDrive offer per-user pricing which increases the cost for growing teams in the long run. This specifically hurts small teams since it punishes hiring, forces them to share passwords and restricts broad adoption. The bigger your team grows, the more you have to pay for storage, making a cloud storage cost comparison increasingly important. [DragBin for Business](/business/) solves this by offering unified team pricing, where you have a centralized plan for your whole organization. Instead of per-user seating, add unlimited users to your plan and get 5 TB of pooled storage. Pay-as-you-go pricing lets you add 1 TB at a lower cost for extra storage beyond your plan, if needed. All of your files are protected using client side, end-to-end encryption combined with an additional layer of [post quantum encryption](/post-quantum-encryption/). This prevents active "[Harvest Now, Decrypt Later](/harvest-now-decrypt-later/)" threats and protects your files against future quantum computers. Nobody can see your files, folders, passwords or metadata - not even the employees of DragBin. Affordability isn't the only element, you also get :- Secure virtual data rooms and admin controls - Granular permissions and role based access - Multi layered disaster recovery and encrypted e-signatures - Video review plus approval tools and creative integrations - [Advanced link sharing](/features/secure-file-sharing/) and [folder management](/blog/folder-sharing/) [Book a Demo](/business/) Share this article Share on FacebookShare on TwitterShare on LinkedInShare via EmailCopy link secure by design ## Experience end-to-end encryption with DragBin Protect your sensitive files with zero-knowledge, post-quantum encryption. Try DragBin and truly own your data. [Start free](https://app.dragbin.com/signup) Newsletter ## Stay updated on security trends The latest privacy and security insights, delivered to your inbox. 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