Comparison

IBackup vs Verizon Cloud

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

Head to head
About

IBackup

Easily back up and restore your mobile data, including contacts, photos, videos, and calendar events, to the cloud with a single tap. Access your backed-up files from any device and share them securely. Automatic uploads and robust encryption ensure your data is safe and accessible.

Highlights
  • Single-tap backup and restore
  • Selective file backup
  • Cross-device access
  • Secure file sharing
  • Automatic photo/video upload
  • 256-bit AES encryption
Features
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The all new online backup app for iOS makes it possible to backup and restore mobile data with a 'single tap'. Backup your contacts, photos, videos, and calendar events to the cloud. Backup unlimited devices into a single account and access them from anywhere - no matter which IBackup plan you belong to! Features: • Backup and restore contacts, photos, videos, and calendar events with a single tap. • Selectively backup and restore only the files you need. • Browse files and download photos and videos from all your linked devices. • Share files and folders with anyone using a single secure link. • Automatic upload option protects your photos and videos, as soon as they are taken, via wi-fi or cellular data. • View pictures, play video, and more from the Gallery. Security features: • Data is encrypted using 256-bit AES encryption. • With the optional private key encryption, no one but you can access your data. • Lock the app with a passcode.

About

Verizon Cloud

Securely back up and access your photos, videos, and documents across all your devices. Organize, share, and even create fun memories with this cloud storage solution. Safeguard sensitive files and enjoy peace of mind knowing your digital world is protected.

Highlights
  • Unlimited storage on compatible devices
  • Easy content sharing
  • Photo organization with tagging
  • PIN-protected private folder
  • Create movies and customize photos
  • Weekly photo and video flashbacks
Features
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Verizon Cloud gives you space for your digital world, so you can easily backup and access your photos, videos and documents securely and privately. Keep your content handy on your mobile devices, access it when you need it from your smartphone/tablet and computer and easily transfer content when changing devices.* The Verizon Cloud app lets you: - Enjoy unlimited storage across unlimited compatible devices (with our Unlimited Individual or Unlimited Group plan, shareable by up to 5 users).* - Share your content easily with family and friends using your favorite apps. - Share storage with up to 5 users on compatible devices with our Unlimited Group plan. Each user that becomes a member of an Unlimited Group plan gets their own Unlimited Cloud storage; at no extra charge. - Organize and find your photos by labeling friends and family using Tag and Search. - View and interact with photos/videos on a geographical map with Locations. - Order prints and gifts displaying your favorite photos. - Share your content freely across compatible devices, regardless of which operating system they use. - Safeguard sensitive content with a PIN-protected private folder. - Create movies and customize photos with filters and fun stickers to share. - Relive your memories with weekly photo and video Flashbacks and Stories. - Back up the original sizes of your photos, videos (with no degradation in quality), and sync your contacts. Download Verizon Cloud today and make the most of your digital memories. Available Plan options: 600GB (single user), Unlimited Individual (single user) and Unlimited Group (up to 5 users). Sign up today and your first 30 days are on us.** *Verizon's Cloud App requires a Verizon standard monthly account on an eligible device. Verizon Cloud does not back up operating systems, settings, apps, emails, external drives and uncommon file types. Backup varies by operating platform. See www.verizon.com/support/verizon-cloud-faqs for service limitations. To view complete Terms and Conditions go to http://www.verizonwireless.com/support/cloud-legal/ ** First 30 days free for new Cloud customers. Thereafter, you will be charged $13.99/mo. for Unlimited Individual, $19.99/mo. for Verizon Cloud Unlimited Group, or $5.99/mo. for 600 GB, respectively, unless you cancel before the promo period ends. Cancel anytime through the Verizon Cloud app or My Verizon

Screenshots

IBackup4 screens
Verizon Cloud4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Verizon Cloud at none against IBackup's 1. Verizon Cloud also leads on ratings volume (143K vs 181) and update cadence (monthly vs every 2 months). IBackup's advantage is review sentiment (79% vs 68%) and iOS requirement (16.0 vs 18.4). On price, rating, ads 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. IBackup sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Verizon Cloud asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.5 for IBackup against 4.6 for Verizon Cloud. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Verizon Cloud has 143K ratings behind it against 181, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 79% of IBackup's written reviews are positive against 68% of Verizon Cloud's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

IBackup ships an update every 2 months, Verizon Cloud monthly. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and October 1, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
IBackup versus Verizon Cloud: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterIBackupVerizon Cloud
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (181 ratings)4.6 (143K ratings) — better
Positive reviews79.5% of reviews — better68.4% of reviews
Number of ratings181143K — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsMonthly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16.0 — better18.4
Further details — not scored
Size100 MB161 MB
Age rating4+12+
DeveloperIDrive IncorporatedVerizon Wireless

Customer experience

IBackup

All ratings181 ratings
Positive87.3%
Neutral3.3%
Negative9.4%
Written reviews73 reviews
Positive79.5%
Neutral6.8%
Negative13.7%

Verizon Cloud

All ratings142,794 ratings
Positive89.8%
Neutral4.3%
Negative6.0%
Written reviews285 reviews
Positive68.4%
Neutral1.4%
Negative30.2%

User reviews

IBackup

From 181 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Easy to use layout
  • 🚀 Fast backups
  • 🔒 Secure data storage
  • 💡 Simple sharing functionality
  • 🔄 Automatic backup feature

Room to improve

  • 🐛 App crashes frequently
  • ❌ Login issues (invalid email/password)
  • 🚫 Does not back up documents/mp3s
  • ⚠️ No password verification during signup
  • 📉 Slow performance at times

Verizon Cloud

From 143K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Reliable cloud storage
  • 💡 Convenient photo/video backup
  • 🚀 Fast uploads (for some users)

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Unreliable backups, data loss
  • ⏱️ Extremely slow uploads
  • 🔒 Lack of security/privacy controls
  • 🤯 Confusing, user-unfriendly interface
  • 🔋 Drains device battery

Bugs and requests

IBackup

Reported bugs

7 issues
  • App crashes on upload
  • Unable to open backed up files
  • Login screen shows 'invalid email or password' instantly
  • Backup function only saves a fraction of events
  • App freezes or crashes during upload
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  • Cannot sign up within the app
  • App pauses backup if not in foreground

Requested features

6 requests
  • Allow backup of documents and mp3 files
  • Implement password verification during signup
  • Enable background backups
  • Allow backups with phone locked
  • Improve login process
Show 1 more
  • Add option to view logs

Verizon Cloud

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Frequent app crashes
  • Inconsistent backup behavior
  • Login/sign-in issues
  • Incorrect/missing backup data

Requested features

4 requests
  • Ability to selectively backup files/folders
  • Web-based access to cloud storage
  • Improved upload/download speed controls
  • Better organization and search for backed up content

In-app purchases

1 purchases

IBackup

One-time1
  • IBackup 500GB Yearly$99.99
None

Verizon Cloud

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is IBackup free?
IBackup is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Verizon Cloud free?
Verizon Cloud is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, IBackup or Verizon Cloud?
Verizon Cloud is rated higher. IBackup averages 4.5 out of 5 from 181 ratings, while Verizon Cloud averages 4.6 from 143K ratings.
Do IBackup or Verizon Cloud have ads?
Neither IBackup nor Verizon Cloud shows ads.
Which is updated more often, IBackup or Verizon Cloud?
IBackup ships an update every 2 months, and Verizon Cloud monthly. Most recently, IBackup was updated on September 25, 2026 and Verizon Cloud on October 1, 2026.

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