Comparison

Hivenet vs Icedrive

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

Head to head
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/)

About

Icedrive

Securely store, protect, and access your photos, videos, music, and documents from anywhere. Enjoy automatic backups, offline access, and seamless streaming across all your devices. Offers robust security features and easy file sharing options.

Highlights
  • Automatic photo and video backup
  • Offline file access
  • Stream videos and music from cloud
  • Client-side, zero-knowledge encryption
  • File versioning and recovery
  • PIN, Face ID, and Touch ID protection
  • File and folder sharing
Features
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Icedrive gives you everything you need to store, protect and enjoy your photos, videos, music and documents in the cloud. Create an account and get 10GB of cloud storage on us—no referrals or hoops to jump through. Automatically back up your camera, access important files offline and keep everything available across your devices. Features: • Automatically back up photos and videos • Upload and download with reliable background transfers • Stream videos and music directly from the cloud • Create and organise audio playlists • Preview images, PDFs, documents, spreadsheets, presentations, code and fonts • Cast supported videos to your TV • Keep selected files available offline • Access Icedrive through the iOS Files app and Share extension • Share files and folders or create public links • Request files directly into your folders • View previous file versions and recover deleted items • Protect the app with a PIN, Face ID or Touch ID • Secure sensitive files with client-side, zero-knowledge encrypted storage • Choose from light and dark themes • Available in 10 languages Need more space? Premium plans offer up to 5TB of cloud storage. Store more. Share easily. Stream instantly. Keep your files protected with Icedrive. Terms of service: https://icedrive.net/legal/terms-of-service Privacy policy: https://icedrive.net/legal/privacy-policy

Screenshots

Hivenet4 screens
Icedrive4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Hivenet at 5.0 against Icedrive's 4.3. Hivenet also leads on review sentiment (78% vs 69%). Icedrive's advantage is ratings volume (46 vs 8) and iOS requirement (15.1 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. Hivenet sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $0.49 per month and Icedrive sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 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 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Icedrive has 46 ratings behind it against 8, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 78% of Hivenet's written reviews are positive against 69% of Icedrive's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Hivenet ships an update every 4 weeks, Icedrive every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and November 8, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Hivenet versus Icedrive: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterHivenetIcedrive
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (8 ratings) — better4.3 (46 ratings)
Positive reviews77.8% of reviews — better69.0% of reviews
Number of ratings846 — better
Update frequencyEvery 4 weeksEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS18.015.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size1002 MB86 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperHive Computing ServicesIce Privacy Ltd

Customer experience

Hivenet

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

Icedrive

All ratings46 ratings
Positive82.6%
Neutral0.0%
Negative17.4%
Written reviews42 reviews
Positive69.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative31.0%

In-app purchases

10 purchases

Hivenet

Subscriptions10
  • Hivenet 50GB – Monthly Plan$0.491 Month
  • Hivenet 100GB – Monthly Plan$0.991 Month
  • Hivenet 50GB – Yearly Plan$3.991 Year
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  • 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 500GB – Yearly Plan$34.991 Year
  • Hivenet 5TB – Yearly Plan$129.991 Year
6 purchases

Icedrive

Subscriptions6
  • Lite Monthly$4.991 Month
  • Pro I Monthly$7.991 Month
  • Pro III Monthly$14.991 Month
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  • Lite Yearly$47.991 Year
  • Pro I Yearly$71.991 Year
  • Pro III Yearly plan$131.991 Year

Questions

Is Hivenet free?
Hivenet is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Icedrive free?
Icedrive is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Hivenet or Icedrive?
Hivenet is rated higher. Hivenet averages 5.0 out of 5 from 8 ratings, while Icedrive averages 4.3 from 46 ratings.
Do Hivenet or Icedrive have ads?
Neither Hivenet nor Icedrive shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Hivenet or Icedrive?
Hivenet ships an update every 4 weeks, and Icedrive every 3 weeks. Most recently, Hivenet was updated on November 3, 2026 and Icedrive on November 8, 2026.

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