Dropbox vs iCloud+ comparison
Dropbox and iCloud+ compared side by side in Cloud storage.
Dropbox
The original cloud storage, known for sync quality. Strong in large file transfer and collaboration tools
What is good
- Stable sync engine and an official Linux app
- Even Plus can transfer files up to 50GB
- Includes collaboration tools such as PDF editing, e-signatures and video review
What could be better
- Smallest free storage at 2GB
- Billed in dollars even in Korea, so exchange rate and foreign transaction fees apply
iCloud+
Apple's cloud storage that connects seamlessly with iPhone, iPad and Mac. Handles photos, backups and device sync in one go
What is good
- Most seamless integration with Apple devices
- Advanced Data Protection can end-to-end encrypt even photos
- Lowest starting price at 50GB for ₩1,100/mo
What could be better
- Small free 5GB
- No Android app, web only
At a glance
Highlighted rows are where they differ.
| Item | DropboxVisit site | iCloud+Visit site |
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| Starting price | ≈€8.91+ ($9.99)Official USD price | ≈€0.88+ ($0.99)Official KRW price |
| Free tier | Free plan available | Free plan available |
| Free storage | 2GB | 5GB |
| Largest personal plan | 3TB | 12TB |
| Family sharing | Some plans | Supported |
| How family sharing works |
| All iCloud+ plans can be shared through Family Sharing with up to 6 people including yourself |
| Photo backup | Automatic backup | Automatic backup |
| End-to-end encryption | Not supported | Optional |
| Supported devices | Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android, Web | Windows, macOS, iOS, Web |
| Korean support | Average | Good |
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| Type | Cloud storage | Cloud storage |
| Company | Dropbox, Inc., United States | Apple, United States |
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Prices and benefits may change. Check the official site before you pay.
Prices converted at 1 USD = ₩1,327.84 (2026-10-20). Original price shown in brackets. Taxes as listed by each provider.