With the recent release of Google Drive, along with all the existing cloud storage and sync services out there like Microsoft SkyDrive, Dropbox, SugarSync, iCloud and Ubuntu One, you might be wondering what free cloud storage service is right for you. There are countless such comparisons out there but most of them aren’t focused on the free tiers of these services, or simply don’t include all these services. That’s why we are bringing you a detailed comparison of the free plans of all major cloud storage and sync services that should make it easier for you to choose the one that suits you best. Read on for the complete comparison.
As you might have noticed, we haven’t included any services that don’t offer desktop sync with their free plans, and that’s the reason you wouldn’t see Box.net and some other names in the list. That’s said, here’s the comparison:
Blue: Best in that aspect
Red: Major shortcoming
[1] New SkyDrive accounts get 7 GB; old accounts can retain 25 GB (if claimed in time).
[2] Dropbox holds limited time bonus quests every now and then, offering additional free bonus storage upon completion.
[3] No limit for files synced through PC clients; limit of 300 MB per file uploaded through web interface.
[4] No information found. Please let us know in the comments if you know about it.
