Comparison

My OWC vs Parachute Backup Mobile

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

Head to head
About

My OWC

Manage, monitor, and maximize your OWC products with this comprehensive companion app. It simplifies device registration, provides instant access to setup guides and troubleshooting, and delivers real-time product-specific alerts. Explore products in your space with 3D previews and stay informed about the latest news and promotions.

Highlights
  • Effortless product onboarding
  • Quick access to setup resources
  • Product-specific alerts and notifications
  • 3D product previews with AR
  • Easy product registration and management
  • Latest OWC news and updates
Features
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The My OWC app is your all-in-one hub for managing, monitoring, and maximizing your OWC products. Whether you're registering new devices, accessing product guides, or staying up to date with the latest OWC news and promotions, My OWC makes it easy to stay connected. With seamless onboarding, quick access to resources, and real-time notifications for your storage and connectivity devices, My OWC ensures you always get the best performance from your OWC gear. KEY FEATURES • Effortless Onboarding: Set up your OWC products quickly by scanning the My OWC QR code or selecting from an in-app product list. • Quick Start & Setup Resources: Instantly access product manuals, setup instructions, troubleshooting resources, and commonly asked questions. • Product-Specific Alerts: Stay informed with real-time notifications about firmware updates, performance tips, product news, and more. • 3D Product Previews: Use augmented reality to view select OWC products in your own workspace—see how devices will fit before setup. • Easy Product Management: Register your OWC products in seconds to ensure you stay up to date with product specific news and updates. • Stay Updated: Get the latest OWC news, upcoming events, and exclusive updates right in the app. PRODUCT COMPATIBILITY The My OWC app supports a wide range of OWC products, from desktop storage solutions like ThunderBay and ThunderBlade to portable options such as the Express 1M2 and the popular Envoy line. Users can also stay updated on OWC docks and Atlas memory cards. WHY CHOOSE MY OWC? Designed for creators, professionals, and tech enthusiasts, My OWC helps you get the most out of your OWC solutions with intuitive tools, powerful resources, and a seamless user experience. Download today and take control of your OWC products like never before!

About

Parachute Backup Mobile

Safeguard your iCloud Photos and Drive content by backing it up to your own storage. Preserve originals in full resolution and access your files directly from your chosen destination without lock-in. Automate backups for peace of mind.

Highlights
  • Backup iCloud Photos and Drive
  • Preserve original quality
  • Multiple storage destinations
  • Automated backups via Shortcuts
  • Privacy-first data transfer
  • Supports RAW and Live Photos
Features
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Parachute is your backup companion for iCloud Photos and iCloud Drive. It backs up your memories — photos, videos, and documents — to storage you control, whether that’s an external drive, Google Drive, OneDrive, S3 Buckets, network drives/NAS, external hard drives and more. With Parachute, you get peace of mind and full ownership of your data, free from lock-in. Your Data, Your Way • Back up your entire iCloud Photos library (including Shared Albums) and folders from iCloud Drive. • Preserve originals in full resolution, all adjustment data, and the current edited versions. • Works with USB drives, NAS/SMB/SFTP mounts, Google Drive, S3 Buckets, OneDrive, external hard drives and more Key Features • Backups can be triggered from the main screen to any of your backup destinations • Automate backups with Shortcuts integration and Schedules • Privacy-first: transfers handled via Apple’s Files extensions — your credentials never touch our app. • Supports full-quality media: Live Photos + videos, RAW images, bursts, edits, and slow motion. Why It Matters • iCloud sync ≠ backup — deletions, expired storage, or sync errors can mean permanent loss. • Parachute safeguards your digital life from accidents and disasters. • Your files are stored in normal folders you can browse and restore from directly — no special tools needed. One time purchase. No Lock-In. • One-time purchase unlocks all backup functionality — no recurring fees. • Your data stays in your storage, not ours. • No accounts, no telemetry, no background bloat. FAQ Highlights Q: Does Parachute ever delete files from iCloud? A: Never. It’s strictly read-only. Q: Can I restore without Parachute? A: Yes. Backups are just normal folders — copy them back with Finder anytime. Q: What if a file is corrupted in iCloud? A: Parachute flags any unexportable items so you know exactly what couldn’t be saved. Q: Can it back up non-iCloud folders? A: Yes. Add any folder via the iOS/iPadOS file picker By downloading Parachute Backup, you agree to Apple's Terms of Use (https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/) and our Privacy Policy (https://parachuteapps.com/privacy).

Screenshots

My OWC4 screens
Parachute Backup Mobile4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: My OWC at Free against Parachute Backup Mobile's $9.99. My OWC also leads on review sentiment (100% vs 74%). On rating, ratings volume, update cadence and ads 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

My OWC is free to download; Parachute Backup Mobile costs $9.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.6 for My OWC against 4.6 for Parachute Backup Mobile. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 44 and 110 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 100% of My OWC's written reviews are positive against 74% of Parachute Backup Mobile's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

My OWC ships an update every 9 days, Parachute Backup Mobile every 8 days. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and November 8, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
My OWC versus Parachute Backup Mobile: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMy OWCParachute Backup Mobile
PriceFree — better$9.99
Rating4.6 (44 ratings) — better4.6 (110 ratings)
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews — better74.2% of reviews
Number of ratings44110 — better
Update frequencyEvery 9 daysEvery 8 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree — betterPaid
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.0 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size24 MB20 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperOWCLeitmotif GmbH

Customer experience

My OWC

All ratings36 ratings
Positive91.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative8.3%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Parachute Backup Mobile

All ratings110 ratings
Positive90.0%
Neutral2.7%
Negative7.3%
Written reviews89 reviews
Positive74.2%
Neutral9.0%
Negative16.9%

Bugs and requests

My OWC

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Parachute Backup Mobile

Reported bugs

1 issue
  • Doesn't work

Requested features

1 request
  • Support for Proton Drive

In-app purchases

None

My OWC

No in-app purchases

None

Parachute Backup Mobile

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is My OWC free?
My OWC is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Parachute Backup Mobile free?
Parachute Backup Mobile costs $9.99, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, My OWC or Parachute Backup Mobile?
My OWC is rated higher. My OWC averages 4.6 out of 5 from 44 ratings, while Parachute Backup Mobile averages 4.6 from 110 ratings.
Do My OWC or Parachute Backup Mobile have ads?
Neither My OWC nor Parachute Backup Mobile shows ads.
Which is updated more often, My OWC or Parachute Backup Mobile?
My OWC ships an update every 9 days, and Parachute Backup Mobile every 8 days. Most recently, My OWC was updated on October 30, 2026 and Parachute Backup Mobile on November 8, 2026.

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