Sync vs Dropbox EMM
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Sync
Securely store, access, and share your files with end-to-end encryption. This cloud storage solution allows you to sync data across all your devices and collaborate with others through shared folders. Protect your sensitive information with robust privacy features.
- 5 GB free secure cloud storage
- Access files from any device
- Secure file sharing via links
- Collaborate with shared folders
- End-to-end encryption
- Access controls
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Sync’s encrypted cloud storage keeps your files safe, secure and private. Access your files from all of your computers and devices easily, and share your files securely with anyone. Features: * Get 5 GB of secure cloud storage free * Access files stored on any computer or device, from your phone or tablet * Upload your photos and videos to Sync * Send large files easily with links * Collaborate and share with teams through shared folders * Protect your files with built-in encryption and access controls How Sync protects your privacy: Sync's end-to-end encrypted cloud storage ensures that only you can access your data. We can't read your files - nor would we want to - ensuring that your documents, photos and videos are safeguarded from unauthorized access. We'd love your feedback! Contact us using the support link below.
Dropbox EMM
This app provides enterprise mobility management for existing Dropbox Enterprise customers. It is specifically designed for users with EMM enabled, offering enhanced control and security for business data on mobile devices. Users unfamiliar with EMM should use the standard Dropbox application.
- Enterprise Mobility Management
- Secure business data
- Enhanced control for mobile devices
- For Dropbox Enterprise customers
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Dropbox EMM is designed for Dropbox Enterprise customers who have EMM enabled. If you’re unfamiliar with EMM, we recommend using the regular Dropbox app.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: Dropbox EMM at 4.8 against Sync's 4.2. Dropbox EMM also leads on update cadence (fortnightly vs monthly). Sync's advantage is review sentiment (51% vs 14%) and monetization model (free vs ad-supported). On price, ratings volume, 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Dropbox EMM holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.2. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 821 and 388 respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 51% of Sync's written reviews are positive against 14% of Dropbox EMM's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.
Sync ships an update monthly, Dropbox EMM fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 13, 2026 and October 9, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Sync | Dropbox EMM |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.2 (821 ratings) | 4.8 (388 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 51.1% of reviews — better | 13.6% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 821 — better | 388 |
| Update frequency | Monthly | Fortnightly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free — better | Ad-supported |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 — better | 17.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 53 MB | 228 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | Sync.com Inc. | Dropbox, Inc. |
Customer experience
Sync
Dropbox EMM
User reviews
Sync
From 821 App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 👍 User-friendly
- 🔒 Secure cloud storage
- 💡 Great value for the price
- 🚀 Fast and reliable
- 🇨🇦 Canadian-based company
Room to improve
- 🐛 Crashes and bugs
- 🔍 Lack of search functionality
- 🚧 Outdated and basic UI
- 🔻 Slow upload/download speeds
- 📂 Limited file management options
Dropbox EMM
From 388 App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 👍 Great program for sharing photos
- 👍 Allows photo sharing with sellers
Room to improve
- 😞 Cannot sign in
- 😞 Login issues with Google account
- 😞 App crashes automatically
- 😞 Cannot upload more than 2 photos
- 😞 App does not open
Bugs and requests
Sync
Reported bugs
5 issues- Unreliable camera roll backup
- Inconsistent file sync across devices
- Frequent app crashes and freezes
- Inability to access offline files
- Sync issues when switching devices
Requested features
5 requests- Improved iOS app integration with Files app
- Video playback and streaming support
- Bulk file management (rename, move, delete)
- Advanced sharing options and controls
- Better background sync for photos/videos
Dropbox EMM
Reported bugs
8 issues- Cannot sign in
- Login issues with Google account
- App crashes automatically upon opening
- Cannot upload more than 2 photos on iPhone
- App does not open
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- App is misconfigured and prevents sign-in
- Jumps back and forth on sign-ins, Google sign-in not mastered
- Cannot get logged in to retrieve photos
Requested features
3 requests- Allow mainland China currency for subscriptions
- Develop an app to block intrusive apps
- Help recover forgotten account
In-app purchases
Sync
No in-app purchases
Dropbox EMM
No in-app purchases
