A detailed comparison of OneDrive and pCloud to help you choose the right tool for your needs.
Microsoft's cloud storage integrated with Microsoft 365.
| Plan | OneDrive | pCloud |
|---|---|---|
| Free Tier | ✓ 5 GB free | ✓ Up to 10 GB |
| Lowest Paid | $1.99/mo (100 GB) | $49.99/yr |
| Enterprise | Included with M365 | $399 lifetime |
| Feature | OneDrive | pCloud |
|---|---|---|
| File storage | ✓ | ✓ |
| Office integration | ✓ | — |
| Personal Vault | ✓ | — |
| File sharing | ✓ | ✓ |
| Sync | ✓ | — |
| Version history | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mobile app | ✓ | ✓ |
| Photo backup | ✓ | — |
| Search | ✓ | — |
| Offline access | ✓ | — |
| pCloud Crypto | — | ✓ |
| Media player | — | ✓ |
| Backup | — | ✓ |
| Branded links | — | ✓ |
| Desktop sync | — | ✓ |
| Auto-upload | — | ✓ |
| Open Source | ✗ | ✗ |
| Rating | ⭐ 4.1 | ⭐ 4.3 |
Choose OneDrive if: You need microsoft 365 users. OneDrive excels with its included with microsoft 365 and 1 tb with subscription.
Choose pCloud if: You need privacy-conscious users wanting lifetime storage. pCloud stands out with its lifetime plan available and swiss privacy.
Best free option: Both OneDrive and pCloud offer free tiers. OneDrive offers "5 GB free" while pCloud offers "Up to 10 GB".
It depends on your needs. OneDrive is better for microsoft 365 users, while pCloud is better for privacy-conscious users wanting lifetime storage. Both are excellent tools rated 4.1 and 4.3 respectively.
OneDrive starts at $1.99/mo (100 GB) while pCloud starts at $49.99/yr. Both offer free tiers.
Most tools offer import/export features to help you migrate. We recommend trying pCloud's free tier before fully committing to a switch.
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