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| Hosting | Storage Capacity | Collaboration Tools | Cost | |
| Google Drive | Google Cloud | 15 GB free storage, expandable | Google Workspace (Docs, Slides, Sheets) | Starts at $20 annually |
| Nextcloud | Open sourced | Depends on provider | Nextcloud Office, Nextcloud Talk | Free with self-hosting, Starts at 180 Euros annually with Nextcloud hosting |
Once you create a Google account, you’ll automatically get 15 GB of free Google Drive storage that you can upgrade up to 2 TB with a paid Google One plan or unlimited storage with a Google Workspace Enterprise subscription. You can also enjoy shared drives (at no extra storage space) for better team collaboration.
As an open-source software, Nextcloud‘s storage capacity depends on the provider’s server infrastructure. You can get anywhere between 2GB – 8GB of free storage along with flexible storage configuration options. You can also opt to self-host your own server and run Nextcloud at home, giving you total control of your data and maximum storage space.
Nextcloud secures your data by committing to the latest security best practices such as two-factor authentication, brute force protection, and machine learning-based login protection. It offers both server-side and client-side encryption and supports video verification.
As a Nextcloud alternative, Google enforces two-factor authentication and encrypts data in transit and at rest. They use multiple layers of security, including HTTPS and Transport Layer Security. You’ll also get proactive security alerts prompting you to change passwords or verify logins.
Google Drive lets you customize access levels between viewer, commenter, and editor/owner. You can also create advanced sharing settings including setting expiration dates and password protection for shared links.
As an alternative to Google Drive, you can set advanced user and group permissions using Nextcloud‘s LDAP/Active Directory integration. This enables granular file access control and workflow management.
Nextcloud has its own collaborative apps like Calendars, Contacts, and Task Management. It also has an integrated office suite for document editing. For top-notch collaboration, you can set up your own private audio/video conferencing and text chat using a browser or mobile interface.
As an alternative to Nextcloud, Google Drive enables seamless integration among various Google Workspace apps such as Docs, Sheets, and Slides. You can enjoy real-time collaboration with commenting features that are bound to enhance productivity even across remote teams.
Google makes it easy to share files through links or email invitations. You can also control who shares your file and whether invited users can view or edit these files. Users don’t need a Google account to view your file if you set open viewing access to the public.
Nextloud provides secure file sharing using public and private links with password protection and expiration dates. You can also take advantage of a file drop feature for receiving files from others without them accessing your data.
Google Drive avoids data loss by ensuring files are always protected and offering version history with timestamps so you know when to recover a version. Likewise, version histories are available and can be recovered for up to 30 days. Since Google’s infrastructure ensures consistent and high uptime, your data is automatically synced and backed up across devices.
As a Google Drive alternative, Nextcloud‘s reliability depends on the hosting setup you choose upon signup. With proper server management, this hosting setup can offer very high reliability. Advanced server configurations also promise high availability and scalability, as well as strong backups and recovery capabilities. You can also configure external backup solutions for easy file recoveries, such as versioning and trash bin features.
Both Nextcloud and Google Drive are compliant with GDPR. Depending on the server and infrastructure setup, Nextcloud can offer additional compliance. The company also offers tools and documentation to help you meet compliance standards.
Additionally, Google Drive meets HIPAA standards. They will sign a BAA with Workspace administrators. The company also performs regular third-party audits and certifications to ensure consistent compliance.
Extra storage on Google Drive is possible through any of the three Google One subscription plans. Basic with 100GB costs $20 annually, Standard with 200GB costs $30 annually, and Premium with 2 TB costs $100 annually. You can opt to pay monthly at $2, $3, and $10 respectively. For enterprises, you can get extra Google Drive storage with a Google Workspace subscription. If you opt for a one-year commitment, you can get 30GB for $5.40/user/month, 2TB for $10.80/user/month, or 5TB for $18/user/month. Custom pricing is also available for large enterprises.
You can download the Nextcloud app for free and host your files on your own hardware. You can also host it from another provider whose hosting fees vary. If you decide to host with Nextcloud, you can get Nextcloud One for 180 Euros per year (single users, 1-4 users, 500GB storage) or 156 Euros per user per year (Teams with 5+ users, 1TB). There’s also an Enterprise plan that starts at 37.49 Euros per user per year, with a minimum of 100 users.
Google Drive has a very intuitive interface with easy file organization and search. It works seamlessly across multiple platforms like Web, Android, iOS, and Desktop. It’s also easy to save your files directly to Google Drive from any app you’re working on.
Nextcloud promises to let you work on your data your way. It has an intuitive interface with a customizable dashboard so you can design the perfect solution for your needs. It also has a rich web interface and cross-platform compatibility for clients who use Windows, Android, iOS, Mac, and Linux.
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