Comparison

Sync vs G Cloud Backup

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

Head to head
About

Sync

This app facilitates file synchronization, backup, and restoration across local storage and various cloud services. It includes a file manager for browsing and manipulating files, and a web server for sharing local content over Wi-Fi. Users can set up custom tasks for different transfer operations.

Highlights
  • File synchronization
  • Backup and restore
  • Local and cloud drive support
  • Built-in file manager
  • Web server for Wi-Fi sharing
  • Customizable transfer tasks
Features
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Keep a safe copy of everything that matters. Sync is the multi-cloud backup app that backs up, restores, and syncs your files across your iPhone/iPad, USB and external drives, and 5 major cloud services — so whatever happens, you have a copy and a way to get it back. 5 sync modes | 5 cloud services | 4 platforms PROTECT WHAT MATTERS Set up a backup task once — choose what to protect and where it goes — then run it whenever you want. You decide what's backed up, and nothing moves your files in the background. EVERY CLOUD YOU USE Back up and sync your OneDrive, Google Drive, Dropbox, and more — connect as many as you need, all in one app instead of juggling five separate apps: • OneDrive • Google Drive • Dropbox • Box • Amazon S3 BACK UP BEYOND THE CLOUD Back up and sync straight to USB and external drives too, so you're covered even without an internet connection. Or keep files right on your device: Private Drive is secure in-app storage just for Sync, and Public Drive shares files with your other apps through Finder/Files. GET ANY FILE BACK Browse every file across every connected drive from one place, and pull back anything you need — no separate file manager required. CONTROL HOW YOUR FILES FLOW Five modes give you exact control over your file backup and cloud sync — not one-size-fits-all: • Full Sync • Backup • Restore • Backup Sync • Restore Sync The three sync modes — Full Sync, Backup Sync, and Restore Sync — only transfer changed files, so repeat runs stay fast. SHARE FILES OVER WI-FI Turn your device into a local web server: anyone on the same Wi-Fi can browse and download the files and folders you choose, straight from their browser. No cloud upload, no cables. READY ON EVERY DEVICE Also available for Android, macOS, and Windows — so you can back up from whatever device you're on. FREE TO START Connect one drive and try Sync at no cost (ad-supported, with usage limits). GO PREMIUM One upgrade unlocks every cloud service, USB and external drive support, and removes ads — as a subscription or a one-time lifetime purchase. Whatever happens — a new device, a bigger drive, or a file you need back — your files are ready. Download Sync and keep a copy of everything that matters. For additional help and guides, please visit https://sync.miciniti.com/help Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

G Cloud Backup

Securely back up your contacts, photos, videos, and calendars to the cloud. Easily migrate your data to new devices and expand your storage. Offers automatic uploads and advanced scheduling options for continuous protection.

Highlights
  • Automatic backup of contacts, photos, videos, calendars
  • 3 GB free storage
  • Migrate data to new devices
  • Backup multiple devices
  • Full resolution photo backup
  • Advanced backup scheduling
Features
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Back up your phone in minutes – Get up to 5 GB free. G Cloud backs up your photos, WhatsApp, contacts, and more—so you can switch devices, recover from loss, or restore after damage in just a few taps. What G Cloud backs up: • Photos & Videos: Keep every moment safe in the cloud. • WhatsApp (media): Back up your WhatsApp media in one place. • Contacts: Restore your full contact list instantly. Why 5M+ users choose G Cloud: • Access and restore your data from any device. • One-tap restore – Move to a new phone without losing anything. • Automatic backups – Set it once and let G Cloud run quietly in the background. • Custom backup control – Choose what to back up and when, so you stay in control. • Albums for your memories – Organize photos and videos into albums and find them fast. • Family plans – Protect multiple devices under one account and keep everyone’s data safe. • Strong privacy & encryption – Your content is encrypted and kept private. We never sell your data. Perfect for you if: • You’re upgrading to a new phone and don’t want the hassle of manual transfer. • You’ve lost or broken a phone before and never want to go through that stress again. • You use WhatsApp daily and want a simple way to keep your media and documents safe. • You want one place to protect your family’s phones and memories. Download today and get up to 5 GB of free cloud storage. Upgrade anytime for more space and extra peace of mind. Need help? For any inquiries, contact: support@gcloudbackup.com Privacy Policy & Terms: • Privacy Policy: https://www.genie9.com/gcloud/privacy-policy/ • Terms: https://www.genie9.com/gcloud/terms/

Screenshots

Sync4 screens
G Cloud Backup3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Sync at 3.7 against G Cloud Backup's 2.2. Sync also leads on review sentiment (50% vs 16%) and iOS requirement (15.6 vs 18.0). G Cloud Backup's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, ratings volume, update cadence 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. Sync sells 11 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and G Cloud Backup sells 15 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Sync holds the better App Store score, 3.7 against 2.2. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 26 and 73 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 50% of Sync's written reviews are positive against 16% of G Cloud Backup's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Sync ships an update every 2 months, G Cloud Backup every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on September 10, 2026 and September 7, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Sync versus G Cloud Backup: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSyncG Cloud Backup
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.7 (26 ratings) — better2.2 (73 ratings)
Positive reviews50.0% of reviews — better15.7% of reviews
Number of ratings2673 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 months — betterEvery 3 months
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.6 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size18 MB27 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperMiciniti TechnologiesGenie9 LTD

Customer experience

Sync

All ratings26 ratings
Positive73.1%
Neutral0.0%
Negative26.9%
Written reviews12 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral8.3%
Negative41.7%

G Cloud Backup

All ratings73 ratings
Positive30.1%
Neutral0.0%
Negative69.9%
Written reviews70 reviews
Positive15.7%
Neutral1.4%
Negative82.9%

In-app purchases

11 purchases

Sync

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly$1.991 Month
  • Yearly$14.991 Year
One-time9
  • 1-hour trial (Web Server)Free
  • Dropbox Drive$4.99
  • Google Drive$4.99
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  • OneDrive$4.99
  • Box Drive$4.99
  • Amazon S3 Drive$5.99
  • Public Drive$5.99
  • Web Server$5.99
  • Lifetime$39.99
15 purchases

G Cloud Backup

Subscriptions13
  • 50 GB Subscription$0.991 Month
  • 150GB Monthly Subscription$1.991 Month
  • 300GB Monthly Subscription$2.991 Month
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  • Unlimited Subscription2 variants$3.991 Month
  • Unlimited Subscription$4.991 Month
  • Unlimited Monthly$6.991 Month
  • 50 GB Subscription$9.991 Year
  • 2TB Monthly Subscription$9.991 Month
  • 100 GB Subscription$11.991 Year
  • 150GB Yearly Subscription$19.991 Year
  • Unlimited Subscription$39.991 Year
  • Unlimited Subscription$49.991 Year
  • 20TB Monthly Subscription$99.991 Month
One-time2
  • Remove Ads$0.99
  • Unlimited Life Time$99.99

Questions

Is Sync free?
Sync is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is G Cloud Backup free?
G Cloud Backup is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Sync or G Cloud Backup?
Sync is rated higher. Sync averages 3.7 out of 5 from 26 ratings, while G Cloud Backup averages 2.2 from 73 ratings.
Do Sync or G Cloud Backup have ads?
Sync shows ads; G Cloud Backup does not.
Which is updated more often, Sync or G Cloud Backup?
Sync ships an update every 2 months, and G Cloud Backup every 3 months. Most recently, Sync was updated on September 10, 2026 and G Cloud Backup on September 7, 2026.

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