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# Compare Google Drive vs iCloud

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> Detailed comparison between Google Drive and iCloud. Check ratings, reviews, pricing, and features to make the best decision for your business.

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## At a Glance

| Metric | Google Drive | iCloud |
| **Overall rating** | 4.8/5 | 4.6/5 |
| **Total Reviews** | 28427 | 1938 |
| **Starting Price** | US$7.00 | US$0.99 |
| **Free Trial** | Yes | No |
| **Free Version** | Yes | Yes |
| **Deployment** | Cloud, SaaS, Web-based, Android (Mobile), iPhone (Mobile), iPad (Mobile) | Cloud, SaaS, Web-based, Mac (Desktop), Windows (Desktop), Android (Mobile), iPhone (Mobile), iPad (Mobile) |
| **Support** | Email/Help Desk, FAQs/Forum, Knowledge Base, 24/7 (Live rep) | Email/Help Desk, FAQs/Forum, Knowledge Base, Phone Support |
| **Training** | Live Online, Webinars, Documentation | Videos |

## Best for

### Google Drive

Teams in various business settings.

### iCloud

iCloud+ is used by Apple device owners, photographers, families, privacy-conscious users, event planners, homeowners with security cameras, and remote workers.

## Key features

### Google Drive

- Access Controls/Permissions
- Activity Tracking
- Alerts/Notifications
- Authentication
- Automatic Backup
- Collaboration Tools
- Commenting/Notes
- Content Management
- Data Import/Export
- Data Storage Management
- Document Capture
- Document Storage
- Email Management
- Encryption
- File Sharing
- Full Text Search
- Messaging
- Mobile Access
- Search/Filter
- Secure Data Storage

### iCloud

- Access Controls/Permissions
- Activity Tracking
- Alerts/Notifications
- Authentication
- Automatic Backup
- Collaboration Tools
- Commenting/Notes
- Content Management
- Data Import/Export
- Data Storage Management
- Document Capture
- Document Storage
- Email Management
- Encryption
- File Sharing
- Full Text Search
- Messaging
- Mobile Access
- Search/Filter
- Secure Data Storage

## Links

- [View Google Drive Profile](https://www.capterra.ie/software/161425/drive)
- [View iCloud Profile](https://www.capterra.ie/software/204717/icloud)
- [View Original Comparison](https://www.capterra.ie/compare/161425/204717/drive/vs/icloud)

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