While OneDrive lets you conveniently upload files from multiple devices to the cloud, which you can sync, access and share with ease, it may not serve most of your data backup needs. IDrive protects all of your files with cloud backup and local backup, using 256-bit AES encryption with an optional private key, so only you can access your files. You can automate backups on your computers using Scheduler; protect your mobile devices, social data and much more.
IDrive also helps you speed up initial data backups, without clogging your network bandwidth, using IDrive Express™ – a shuttle service that physically transfers data to the cloud, under a week.
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Basic personal plans |
Starts at $9.99 / month $6.99 / month Billed Annually 5 TB Backup + 5 TB Cloud Drive |
Microsoft Office 365 Personal with Premium OneDrive at $69.99/year Store and sync up to 1 TB |
Multiple computer backup with basic plan |
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Snapshot-based restore |
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Local backup |
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Data sync |
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Mobile backup |
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Automated data backup |
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Data encryption on transfer and storage |
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Private key encryption |
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Free physical data shipment |
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Continuous Data Protection |
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True archiving |
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Server cloud backup |
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Private key encryption |
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Disk Clone |
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Create user accounts within your storage space |
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IDrive® secures the 12th PCMag Editors' choice award
IDrive® is fast, easy to set up, and simple to use—and you won't find a better price per terabyte for backing up your PCs and mobile devices.
Excellent online backup, sharing, and more
Backup, sync, sharing, imaging, disaster recovery, physical transfer... If it has something to do with backup, iDrive supports it -- if not always perfectly.
Best cloud storage service overall
IDrive is for everyone who wants an all-in-one cloud backup and storage package, making it my top choice for cloud storage services in 2025.
An excellent suite of tools for local and internet backups, with a ton of online backup space for a good price.
A Great Storage and Backup Combo.