Comparison

Proton Drive vs Hivenet

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Proton Drive

Securely store and back up your files and photos with end-to-end encryption. Access your content across devices, share securely with password protection, and enjoy peace of mind with Swiss privacy laws. Offers free storage with upgrade options.

Highlights
  • End-to-end encrypted storage
  • Automatic photo and video backup
  • Secure link sharing with passwords
  • PIN/biometric protection
  • Offline file access
  • File version history
Features
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Proton Drive provides private and secure storage for your files and photos. With Proton Drive you can protect important documents, automatically back up cherished memories, and access your content across devices. All Proton Drive accounts come with 5 GB of free storage and you can upgrade to up to 1 TB of storage at any time. Trusted by over 100 million users, Proton Drive gives you an end-to-end encrypted vault where only you—and the people you choose—can access your files and photos. Proton Drive features: - Secure storage - Get 5 GB of free encrypted cloud storage with no file size limits. - Share content using secure links with password and expiration settings. - Keep your files and photos safe with PIN or biometric protection. - Access important files and photos even if your device is lost or damaged. Easy to use - Automatically back up photos and videos in their original quality. - Securely organize your cherished memories into albums. - Rename, move, and delete your personal files securely within the app. - Create, edit and collaborate on docs. - View your important files and memories – even when offline. - Restore files with version history. Advanced privacy - Stay private with end-to-end encryption – even Proton can’t view your content. - Secure your metadata, including filenames, sizes, and modification dates. - Protect your content with Swiss privacy laws, the strongest in the world. - Trust in our open-source code that is public and verified by experts. Secure up to 5 GB of free storage for your personal files, photos, and videos with Proton Drive.  Stay ahead with our releases and updates by connecting with us! - LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/protonprivacy - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/protonprivacy/ - X/Twitter: https://x.com/ProtonDrive - Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/ProtonDrive/ Terms of Service: https://proton.me/legal/terms Privacy Policy: https://proton.me/legal/privacy

About

Hivenet

This app offers secure, eco-friendly cloud storage for your files, photos, and videos. Contribute your unused device space to reduce costs and carbon emissions, while accessing your data seamlessly across all your devices.

Highlights
  • Secure cloud storage and backup
  • File and photo transfer
  • Share and send files
  • Offline file access
  • Sync across PC, Mac, and mobile
  • Eco-friendly and energy-efficient storage
Features
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Cloud storage and backup for all your photos, videos, and files | File and Photo transfer | Share and send files Experience an unmatched affordability with Hivenet, your reliable cloud storage for secure and eco-conscious cloud storage, and join a forward-thinking community dedicated to reshaping cloud storage into a sustainable venture. Contribute your unused space on your mobile and desktop and save on your monthly cloud storage bill. Reduce your carbon footprint by cutting your cloud-related emissions by 77%. Seamless Access: Your files and photo's are just a tap away. Store, share, and access your data on-the-go, anytime, anywhere, from all your devices. Offline Files: Access any file on your account even when you are not connected to the internet and preview them in your Hivenet app. Multiple apps: Your Hivenet will sync your folders and files to your PC, Mac, and wherever you have Hivenet installed. Sustainable and Secure: We've created an eco-friendly cloud that is the direct opposite of centralized data centers: energy efficient and sustainable. Plus, we encrypt and distribute your data across the network with the latest in encryption technology, ensuring complete privacy. Only you can unlock your files. Community-Driven Storage: Hivenet is more than an app. Our community forms the backbone of our distributed cloud, turning idle storage into a sustainable, collective resource. Trusted Globally: Join thousands of satisfied Hivers who are part of the Hivenet community, making their storage work for them while contributing to a more sustainable future. With Hivenet, not only do you save up to 46% compared to most providers (or even more) on storage costs, but you also contribute to a greener digital landscape. Our platform goes beyond conventional storage, offering seamless access to your files across devices, robust security, and a collective approach to utilizing resources. Also install Hivenet on your desktop/laptop and transform your unused storage into a meaningful contribution towards reducing carbon footprints (and in the meantime, pay less on your monthly plan for every byte you contribute). Our distributed technology optimizes power consumption, making every byte count towards a greener planet. Optimized for Mobile and Desktop: Start contributing on mobile for green and cost benefits, then maximize your impact by also onboarding your desktop. Learn more about why Hivenet is the most sustainable option here: https://www.hivenet.com/sustainability Discover a cloud storage solution that values your privacy, your wallet, and our planet. Your journey towards economical and responsible cloud storage begins with Hivenet. Sign up now for your free Hivenet account and get 10GB of storage on us. Ready to join the cloud storage revolution? Download Hivenet today at https://www.hivenet.com and experience the right way to store your files. By using Hivenet app, you agree to our Terms of Use (https://www.hivenet.com/terms-of-use) and Apple’s Standard EULA (https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/)

Screenshots

Proton Drive4 screens
Hivenet4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Hivenet at 5.0 against Proton Drive's 4.1. Hivenet also leads on review sentiment (78% vs 37%). Proton Drive's advantage is ratings volume (1.3K vs 8) and iOS requirement (16.0 vs 18.0). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Proton Drive sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month and Hivenet sells 14 in-app purchases, starting at $0.49 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Hivenet holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Proton Drive has 1.3K ratings behind it against 8, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 37% of Proton Drive's written reviews are positive against 78% of Hivenet's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Proton Drive ships an update fortnightly, Hivenet every 4 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 26, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Proton Drive versus Hivenet: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterProton DriveHivenet
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.1 (1.3K ratings)5.0 (8 ratings) — better
Positive reviews37.0% of reviews77.8% of reviews — better
Number of ratings1.3K — better8
Update frequencyFortnightly — betterEvery 4 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16.0 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size235 MB1002 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperProton AGHive Computing Services

Customer experience

Proton Drive

All ratings1,188 ratings
Positive74.3%
Neutral8.8%
Negative16.8%
Written reviews905 reviews
Positive37.0%
Neutral21.9%
Negative41.1%

Hivenet

All ratings8 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews9 reviews
Positive77.8%
Neutral0.0%
Negative22.2%

Bugs and requests

Proton Drive

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Frequent crashes and errors
  • Inconsistent file syncing across devices
  • Unable to access files uploaded from desktop
  • Issues with offline file access

Requested features

4 requests
  • Automatic photo/video backup
  • Ability to edit documents within the app
  • Seamless integration with other apps for file sharing
  • Linux desktop client

Hivenet

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

9 purchases

Proton Drive

Subscriptions7
  • Drive Lite 1 month$0.991 Month
  • Drive Plus 1 month$4.991 Month
  • Drive Plus 1 TB (1 month)$9.991 Month
Show 4 more
  • Proton Unlimited 1 month$14.991 Month
  • Drive Plus 1 year$47.901 Year
  • Drive Plus 1 TB (1 year)$95.991 Year
  • Proton Unlimited 1 year$119.001 Year
One-time2
  • Drive Plus$59.99
  • Proton Unlimited$149.99
14 purchases

Hivenet

Subscriptions14
  • Hivenet 50GB – Monthly Plan$0.491 Month
  • Hivenet 100GB – Monthly Plan$0.991 Month
  • Hivenet 200GB – Monthly Plan$1.991 Month
Show 11 more
  • Hivenet 50GB – Yearly Plan$3.991 Year
  • Hivenet 500GB – Monthly Plan$3.991 Month
  • Hivenet 1TB – Monthly Plan$5.991 Month
  • Hivenet 2TB – Monthly Plan$7.991 Month
  • Hivenet 100GB – Yearly Plan$8.991 Year
  • Hivenet 5TB – Monthly Plan$14.991 Month
  • Hivenet 200GB – Yearly Plan$17.991 Year
  • Hivenet 500GB – Yearly Plan$34.991 Year
  • Hivenet 1TB – Yearly Plan$49.991 Year
  • Hivenet 2TB – Yearly Plan$69.991 Year
  • Hivenet 5TB – Yearly Plan$129.991 Year

Questions

Is Proton Drive free?
Proton Drive is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Hivenet free?
Hivenet is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Proton Drive or Hivenet?
Hivenet is rated higher. Proton Drive averages 4.1 out of 5 from 1.3K ratings, while Hivenet averages 5.0 from 8 ratings.
Do Proton Drive or Hivenet have ads?
Neither Proton Drive nor Hivenet shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Proton Drive or Hivenet?
Proton Drive ships an update fortnightly, and Hivenet every 4 weeks. Most recently, Proton Drive was updated on October 26, 2026 and Hivenet on October 24, 2026.

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