pCloud
pCloud · Storage & File Management
Swiss cloud storage positioned as the alternative to Dropbox for consumers wanting lifetime pricing options (one-time purchase, no subscription). Distinctive for its unusual lifetime plans ($199 for 500GB lifetime, one-time payment) that no US competitor offers. Also has monthly options ($4-$10/mo). Popular with individuals allergic to recurring subscriptions and prosumers who value Swiss privacy laws. Bootstrapped, profitable, 20M+ users.
In other words, pCloud is worth it for individuals and small teams wanting a Dropbox alternative with the option of lifetime one-time-purchase plans — particularly if you're tired of paying monthly subscriptions for cloud storage. Free tier covers 10GB; Premium Plus 2TB scales up; lifetime plans (500GB / 2TB / 10TB) available as one-time purchase. Very easy setup and file sync. Native integrations with Windows, Mac, Linux, iOS, Android; less third-party depth than Dropbox. Downside: collaboration features (comments, versioning) lag Dropbox/Google Drive, and native productivity apps are absent.
Pricing summary
$4.17/mo billed annually
Both
Main metered limit
Premium 500GB $4.99/mo, Premium Plus 2TB $9.99/mo. Also offers one-time lifetime plans ($199 / $399 / $1190).
No separate trial
Team collaboration needed? Pick Google Drive (bundled with Workspace) or Dropbox Business. Ultra-cheap backup? Backblaze Personal.
All plans
| Plan | Monthly | Annual | Key limit |
|---|---|---|---|
Free | Free | Free | up to 10GB |
Premium 500GBEntry tier | $4.99 | $4.17Save 16% | 500GB storage |
Premium Plus 2TB | $9.99 | $8.33Save 17% | 2TB storage |
All tier prices verified August 18, 2026 · View source →
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