Google Drive and OneDrive are two great solutions to store your files,
but which one is for you? Let’s find out in the video.
Starting with the pros of Google Drive, we get 15 GB of storage compared to 5 GB with OneDrive.
Secondly, Google Drive is more streamlined than OneDrive. Because all the Google Apps are online,
it is easy to move from one tab to another. OneDrive is mostly used as an app on PC,
and the online version is not fully connected with the other sister apps as Google Drive is.
Thirdly, with Google Drive, you get this Google Photos app. I know it shouldn’t be a part of
this video, but Google Photos is, so far, the best gallery app I’ve used. It automatically
syncs photos and videos to your Google account. The OneDrive app has the option for camera upload,
and the web version has this separate photo folder, the app is nowhere close to Google Photos.
Fourth, Google Drive is now end-to-end encrypted,
but I think only in Google Workspace. It’s not yet offered in individual accounts.
Lastly, Google provides this Google One app that shows you what’s taking
up your storage. With this app, you can clean up your cloud storage,
get help from Google experts, and browse deals if you have a premium subscription.
Let’s go to OneDrive now. OneDrive has a vault where you can store your most
personal files. This vault requires another verification. Although you
can only add three files for free, something is better than nothing.
Secondly, when you upload a new file, OneDrive places this icon, helping you find it quickly.
Thirdly, OneDrive is amazing at working with Windows PC. It’s already installed and
works like a local storage program where you can auto-upload files and folders.
There is a Google Drive app that almost works the same, but OneDrive is a tiny bit better.
OK, what are the limits of using both? Both are limited in some ways. For example,
on Google Drive, one can upload up to 5 TB files, whereas the limit is 250 GB with OneDrive.
Both have a recycle bin that can store deleted files for 30 days. Also, both scan your files when
you download them, but there are limitations. Google Drive scans up to 100 MB files,
whereas I couldn’t find the information about OneDrive, but I assume it's in the same range.
Alright, Google Drive has an edge when it comes to third-party apps. By clicking on this button,
you find hundreds of apps that work with Google Drive and other Google products;
for example, this CloudConverter app to convert files. OneDrive does support
many apps. Actually, it doesn’t support any.
OK, let’s quickly talk about privacy. Both are not really great, to be honest. OneDrive
is not end-to-end encrypted; however, it uses 256-bit encryption, which is the second best.
Also, both are in the US, and I think there are no restrictions on companies in the US to look
up their customers' data. However, according to both companies, there are many limits in place,
and Google says that only a handful of people can access the customers’ data.
of Google Drive storage for just $2 per month. The storage can be shared with five users,
which is a solid point. You also choose the 200 GB plan for one dollar extra and enjoy member
benefits or get the 2 TB storage for $10 and get the VPN and some Google Workspace features.
With OneDrive, you can get 100 GB for $2 per month. For $7 per month,
you can score 1 TB of storage and many desktop Microsoft apps. There is a 6
TB plan if you want storage for your whole family.
Alright, which program is for you? Well, Google Drive has more good features. It's easy to use,
its video player is faster, it offers more storage, and it has advanced
photos and a storage management app. Microsoft OneDrive is best for people
using computers to work. Its connection with Windows is like a parent-child, which of course,
both apps are. So, if you spend the most time on Windows, you should set it up.