Google One vs iCloud+
Complete comparison of plans, pricing, features, and our recommendation to help you pick the right cloud subscription.
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Google One
Cloud
Starting from
$2.99/mo
100 GB$2.99/mo
2 TB$9.99/mo
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iCloud+
Cloud
Starting from
$0.99/mo
50 GB$0.99/mo
200 GB$2.99/mo
2 TB$9.99/mo
Quick Comparison
| Google One | iCloud+ | |
|---|---|---|
| Cheapest Plan | $2.99/mo | $0.99/mo ✓ |
| Plans Available | 2 | 3 |
| Annual Cost (cheapest) | $35.88/yr | $11.88/yr |
| Cancellation | easy | medium |
| storage | Up to 2TB | Up to 12TB |
| starting | $2.99/mo | $0.99/mo |
| founded | 2018 | 2011 |
Key Features
Google One
- Google Drive/Photos/Gmail storage
- VPN included (2TB+)
- Google Photos editing tools
- Family sharing
- Google Store rewards
- Expert support
iCloud+
- iCloud Drive storage
- Photos sync
- Private Relay (VPN-like)
- Hide My Email
- Custom email domain
- HomeKit Secure Video
Google One
PROS
+Cheapest per-GB pricing
+Integrates with Google ecosystem
+VPN included at higher tiers
+Easy family sharing
CONS
−Less useful outside Google ecosystem
−No desktop sync app (use Drive)
−Privacy concerns
−Limited file sharing features
iCloud+
PROS
+Seamless Apple integration
+Private Relay for privacy
+Cheapest tier is only $0.99
+Family sharing included
CONS
−Only useful for Apple users
−No Android/Windows sync
−No standalone VPN
−Less storage per dollar
Our Take
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Google One
Best for Google users who need more storage for Drive, Photos, and Gmail.
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iCloud+
Best for Apple ecosystem users who need Photos sync and device backup.
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