Dropbox
Dropbox pioneered desktop sync and still has the most reliable sync engine, plus Dropbox Transfer and Sign, but gives only 2 GB free.
- Brand
- Dropbox, Inc.
- Category
- Cloud Storage
- Released
- 2008
- Price
- Not published
- VersusAnything Score
- 33/100
Key features
- Best-in-class sync engine
- Dropbox Transfer for big files
- Platform-neutral
Best for professionals who need rock-solid sync across Windows, Mac and Linux.
Dropbox specifications
| Free storage | 2 GB |
|---|---|
| Popular paid plan | 2 TB for $11.99/month (Plus) |
| Cost per TB per month (USD) | $6 |
| End-to-end encryption | No (encrypted at rest and in transit) |
| Max single file size | 2,000 GB |
| Version history | 30 days (180 on Professional) |
| Office suite integration | Microsoft 365 and Google Docs integration |
| Platforms | Web, Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, iOS |
| Family sharing | Yes, Family plan 2 TB for up to 6 |
Score breakdown
- Overall (100%)
Scored against every cloud storage service in our database using the cloud storage weighting.
Pros and cons
Pros
- Best-in-class sync engine
- Dropbox Transfer for big files
- Platform-neutral
Cons
- Weaker overall score (33/100 within cloud storage)
Compare Dropbox against
Alternatives to Dropbox
- Google Drive (Google One) 94/100
- Apple iCloud+ 44/100
- Microsoft OneDrive 28/100
Sources
- Dropbox: Dropbox, Inc. official (manufacturer)
Specifications last verified: 2026-10-01. Prices are launch or official list prices in US dollars unless stated. See our sources and data policy.