Dropbox vs Hivenet
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Dropbox
Securely store, sync, and share your files and photos across all your devices. Easily upload, access, and send documents, videos, and more from anywhere, even offline. Offers robust backup and recovery features for peace of mind.
- Automatic photo and video upload
- Offline file access
- Large file sharing via links
- Document scanning to PDF
- Version history and file recovery
- Cross-device synchronization
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Dropbox lets you upload, save, and transfer photos and files to the cloud. Backup and sync your pictures, videos, documents, and other files to cloud storage and access them from any device, anywhere. With advanced sharing features, it’s easy to share and send photos or files to family, friends, and co-workers. Features: • Automatically upload videos and photos from your camera roll to cloud photo storage - all in the background - for easy video sharing and photo sharing. • Access any file in your account - even offline - and preview over 175 different file types with no special software required. • Easily send large files by copying and pasting a link you can give to anyone, even if they don’t have a Dropbox account. • Scan documents, receipts, IDs, photos, and more using your mobile device and transform them into high-quality PDFs, so you can view and send anywhere. • Sync folders on your PC or Mac to Dropbox with computer backup, and recover older versions or restore deleted files with version history and file recovery. Sign up now for your free Dropbox Plus trial. You’ll get 2 TB (2,000 GB) of storage space - that’s enough room to save files from all your linked devices. And with Dropbox Rewind, you can roll back any file, folder, or your entire account, up to 30 days. Before starting a trial or completing payment, you’ll see the plan price. This amount will be charged to your Apple ID account at confirmation of purchase and on renewal and will vary by plan and country. Dropbox subscriptions renew monthly or yearly, depending on your plan. Your account will be charged for renewal 24 hours before the end of your current billing period. To avoid auto-renewal, turn it off within at least 24 hours before your subscription renews. You can turn off auto-renewal anytime from your Apple ID account settings. You can manage and cancel your subscriptions by going to your account settings on the App Store after purchase. Dropbox is a secure cloud solutions leader trusted by Fortune 500 companies for their most sensitive data. Over 14 million paid users choose Dropbox because they know they can count on a company that’s also dedicated to their security and privacy—no matter what they do or where they are. Let Dropbox be your all-in-one file storage, file organizer, file transfer, and file sharing solution for all your devices. We’d love to hear from you! Join the Dropbox community: https://www.dropboxforum.com Terms of Service: https://www.dropbox.com/terms Privacy Policy: https://www.dropbox.com/privacy
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.
- 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
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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/)
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: Hivenet at 78% against Dropbox's 48%. Dropbox's advantage is ratings volume (907K vs 9) and rating (4.8 vs 4.6). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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
Both are free to download. Dropbox sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 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.
Dropbox holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Dropbox has 907K ratings behind it against 9, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 48% of Dropbox's written reviews are positive against 78% of Hivenet's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.
Dropbox ships an update every 2 weeks, Hivenet every 4 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 28, 2026 and September 21, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Dropbox | Hivenet |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.8 (907K ratings) — better | 4.6 (9 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 47.6% of reviews | 77.8% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 907K — better | 9 |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks — better | Every 4 weeks |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | #5 — better | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 — better | 18.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 229 MB | 1001 MB |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Dropbox, Inc. | Hive Computing Services |
Customer experience
Dropbox
Hivenet
Bugs and requests
Dropbox
Reported bugs
5 issues- Freezing on login screen
- Duplicate file uploads
- Incorrect file timestamps
- Incompatibility with iOS updates
- Disappearing recent files
Requested features
5 requests- Select all option for uploads
- Background upload support
- Integrated media player
- Increased free storage
- Flexible paid plan options
Hivenet
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Dropbox
- Dropbox Simple - Monthly1 Month trial$6.991 Month
- Dropbox Plus - Monthly$11.991 Month
- Dropbox Plus - Monthly1 Month trial$11.991 Month
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- Dropbox Plus - Monthly14 Days trial$11.991 Month
- Dropbox Professional - Monthly$19.991 Month
- Dropbox Professional - Monthly1 Month trial$19.991 Month
- Dropbox Family - Monthly1 Month trial$19.991 Month
- Dropbox Plus - Annual2 variants$119.991 Year
- Dropbox Plus - Annual1 Month trial$119.991 Year
Hivenet
- Hivenet 50GB – Monthly Plan$0.491 Month
- Hivenet 100GB – Monthly Plan$0.991 Month
- Hivenet 200GB – Monthly Plan$1.991 Month
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- 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








