About this Video

• Video Title: The BEST Cloud Storage in 2025? OneDrive vs Google vs iCloud vs Proton vs Box vs iDrive vs Sync.com
• Channel: Pete Matheson
• Speakers: Pete Matheson
• Duration: 00:11:19

Introduction

This video compares various cloud storage services (OneDrive, Google Drive, iCloud, Proton, Box, iDrive, Sync.com) to help viewers choose the best option based on their needs and budget. The video covers aspects like pricing, storage capacity, privacy, security, and backup options.

Key Takeaways

• Pricing and Storage: Cloud storage prices vary significantly. Apple's pricing is criticized as expensive. Some providers offer significantly more storage, even unlimited options (Sync.com's business plan). iDrive offers a very affordable introductory price.
• Privacy and Security: Most major cloud services (Google, Microsoft, Apple, Dropbox, Box) don't offer end-to-end encryption for consumers. Apple, Sync, Proton, and iDrive are exceptions (with limitations for Apple in the UK). The video emphasizes that while hacks are rare, end-to-end encryption adds an extra layer of security.
• Backups: The importance of backups is highlighted, as cloud storage doesn't eliminate the risk of accidental deletion. The video discusses file retention periods (the time you have to recover deleted files) which vary among services, with Sync offering the longest. A proper backup strategy (external SSDs, NAS, etc.) is recommended.
• Convenience and Integration: iCloud is highlighted as the most convenient option for Apple users due to seamless integration. Google Drive and OneDrive are noted for integration with Android and Windows, respectively.
• Best Choices based on needs: The video suggests different services based on specific requirements: iPhone users might prefer iCloud for convenience, Android users may prefer Google Drive or OneDrive, and users seeking unlimited storage should consider Sync.com's business plan (but acknowledges the business-plan caveats). iDrive is recommended as the cheapest option.