# IDrive Online Backup vs CloudSync

The clearest difference is rating: IDrive Online Backup at 4.3 against CloudSync's 1.0. IDrive Online Backup also leads on ratings volume (5K vs 1). CloudSync's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 10) and iOS requirement (6.0 vs 17.0). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. IDrive Online Backup sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. CloudSync asks for nothing beyond the download.

IDrive Online Backup holds the better App Store score, 4.3 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: IDrive Online Backup has 5K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

## The numbers

| Metric | IDrive Online Backup | CloudSync |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.3 (5K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/idrive-online-backup/id427956708/reviews)** | [1.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cloudsync-offline-mobile-solution-for-sales-cloud/id922487709/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **5K** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 40.4% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | — |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 111 MB | 8 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **6.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [IDrive Incorporated](https://appshunter.io/developer/295113649) | [Folio3 Software Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/312036790) |

## What reviewers say

### IDrive Online Backup

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/idrive-online-backup/id427956708)

Securely back up and sync your mobile data with private key encryption for maximum security. Access your files from anywhere, on any device, and share them easily. Protect photos and videos automatically as they are taken.

**Highlights:** Private key encryption, Backup and restore contacts, photos, videos, calendars, Sync files across devices, Access data from anywhere, Selective backup and restore, Share files and folders securely, Automatic photo/video upload

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| IDrive Pro Mobile | $0.99 | one-time |
| IDrive 100GB at $2.99 | $2.99 | one-time |
| IDrive 100GB at $3.99 | $3.99 | one-time |
| IDrive Mobile Unlimited | $4.99 | one-time |
| IDrive 500GB at $9.99 | $9.99 | one-time |
| IDrive 1TB at $14.99 | $14.99 | one-time |
| IDrive 1TB at $15.99 | $15.99 | one-time |
| IDrive 2TB at $54.99 | $54.99 | one-time |
| IDrive 1TB at $59.99 | $59.99 | one-time |
| IDrive 5TB at $59.99 | $59.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Simple and efficient
- 🚀 Great backup solution
- 🔒 Secure backup
- 💰 Affordable pricing

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Buggy app, crashes frequently
- 🔍 Difficult to navigate and find backed up files
- 🔋 Drains battery when running in the background
- 🤖 Poor customer support

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes when trying to access backed up data
- Inconsistent backup progress reporting
- Fails to backup all photos and videos
- Sync issues between devices

**Requested features**

- Add option to view backed up files in folder structure
- Improve upload and download speeds
- Allow background uploads without pausing
- Add facial recognition and photo organization features


### CloudSync

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cloudsync-offline-mobile-solution-for-sales-cloud/id922487709)

This app provides field sales professionals with offline access to Oracle Sales Cloud CRM. It allows users to view, create, and update critical sales information like accounts and opportunities, even in areas with no network coverage. Data automatically synchronizes when connectivity is restored.

**Highlights:** Offline access to CRM data, View, create, and update sales records, Automatic data synchronization, Search functionality for CRM objects, Secure offline data with password

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is IDrive Online Backup free?

IDrive Online Backup is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is CloudSync free?

CloudSync is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, IDrive Online Backup or CloudSync?

IDrive Online Backup is rated higher. IDrive Online Backup averages 4.3 out of 5 from 5K ratings, while CloudSync averages 1.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do IDrive Online Backup or CloudSync have ads?

Neither IDrive Online Backup nor CloudSync shows ads.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*