# Google Drive vs Cloud Storage

The clearest difference is ratings volume: Google Drive at 7.8M against Cloud Storage's 1.7K. Google Drive also leads on rating (4.8 vs 4.5) and chart position (#8 vs unranked). Cloud Storage's advantage is review sentiment (75% vs 65%) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.0). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Google Drive sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and Cloud Storage sells 13 in-app purchases, starting at $2.49 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Google Drive holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Google Drive has 7.8M ratings behind it against 1.7K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 65% of Google Drive's written reviews are positive against 75% of Cloud Storage's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Google Drive ships an update weekly, Cloud Storage every 2 weeks. Both last shipped on September 24, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Google Drive | Cloud Storage |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (7.8M ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/google-drive/id507874739/reviews)** | [4.5 (1.7K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cloud-storage-cloud-drive-app/id1614088226/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **7.8M** | 1.7K |
| Positive reviews | 65.1% of reviews | **75.4% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Weekly** | Every 2 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#8** | — |
| Size | 439 MB | 80 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Google](https://appshunter.io/developer/281956209) | [Fazcon PTY LTD](https://appshunter.io/developer/1583563297) |

## What reviewers say

### Google Drive

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/google-drive/id507874739)

**Currently charting:** #8 Top Free · Productivity, #15 Top Grossing · Productivity, #54 Top Free (US App Store)

Securely store, organize, and access your files from any device. Collaborate with others, scan documents, and search for content with ease. Offers advanced features for businesses and individuals.

**Highlights:** Secure cloud storage, File organization, Cross-device access, Document scanning, File sharing and permissions, Offline access, AI-powered insights (Workspace)

**Features:** Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (9)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 100 GB | $1.99 | per month |
| 100 GB | $1.99 | per month |
| 200 GB | $2.99 | per month |
| 200 GB | $2.99 | per month |
| Google AI Plus (2 TB) | $9.99 | per month |
| Google AI Plus (2 TB) | $9.99 | per month |
| 100 GB | $19.99 | per year |
| 100 GB | $19.99 | per year |
| 200 GB | $29.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Convenient cloud storage
- 🔒 Secure file backup
- 👍 Easy file sharing and collaboration
- 👍 Accessible from any device
- 🚀 Seamless integration with other Google apps

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Unreliable uploads and syncing
- 🔍 Difficult file organization and navigation
- 🔍 Limited editing capabilities within the app
- 🔋 High battery drain on mobile devices

**Reported bugs**

- Compatibility issues with older iOS versions
- Frequent app crashes and freezes
- Inconsistent file upload and download performance

**Requested features**

- Allow bulk file/folder management
- Improve offline file access and editing
- Integrate more advanced productivity tools
- Enhance search and file organization features


### Cloud Storage

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cloud-storage-cloud-drive-app/id1614088226)

Securely store photos, videos, and contacts in the cloud. Offers 100 GB of free storage, with options to upgrade for more space. Access your files from any device, anytime.

**Highlights:** 100 GB free cloud storage, Photo storage, Contacts backup, Video storage, Secure cloud backup, File transfer, Access from anywhere

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (13)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Classic Monthly - 750 GB | $2.49 | per month |
| Classic Best Value | $4.99 | per month |
| Classic Monthly - 500 GB | $7.99 | per month |
| Premium Recommended | $7.99 | per month |
| Essential Monthly - 1 TB | $9.99 | per month |
| Premium Monthly - 2 TB | $12.99 | per month |
| premium monthly - 5TB Storage | $16.99 | per month |
| premium monthly - 5TB | $16.99 | per month |
| Classic Yearly - 750 GB | $17.99 | per year |
| Classic Yearly - 500 GB | $17.99 | per year |
| Essential Yearly - 1 TB | $34.99 | per year |
| Premium Yearly - 2 TB | $89.99 | per year |
| Premium Yearly - 5TB | $101.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fast and efficient cloud storage
- 🔒 Secure and private data storage
- 👍 User-friendly interface
- 💡 Generous free storage space
- 👍 Automatic backup and sync features

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes and glitches
- 💸 Aggressive upselling and ads
- 🔌 Issues with file uploads and downloads
- 🤔 Confusing navigation and organization

**Reported bugs**

- Deleted files disappearing from cloud
- Sync issues between devices
- Compatibility problems on older devices
- Unreliable performance and stability

**Requested features**

- Improved file management tools
- Ability to upload larger files
- Web interface for desktop access
- Password protection and encryption options
- Better integration with other cloud services


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Google Drive free?

Google Drive is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Cloud Storage free?

Cloud Storage is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Google Drive or Cloud Storage?

Google Drive is rated higher. Google Drive averages 4.8 out of 5 from 7.8M ratings, while Cloud Storage averages 4.5 from 1.7K ratings.

### Do Google Drive or Cloud Storage have ads?

Neither Google Drive nor Cloud Storage shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Google Drive or Cloud Storage?

Google Drive ships an update weekly, and Cloud Storage every 2 weeks. Most recently, Google Drive was updated on September 24, 2026 and Cloud Storage on September 24, 2026.

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