Filen
8.6#1 in cloud storage servicesFrom €1.99 a monthFree planAndroidiOSWebAPI
VisitFilen vs IDrive
What both publish
| Fact | Filen | IDrive |
|---|---|---|
| Device platforms | Windows,macOS,Linux,iOS,Android | It supports Windows, Mac, Linux, iPhone, iPad, Android, servers, and NAS devices. |
| Encryption | Files are encrypted on the client with AES-GCM 256-bit encryption before upload. | Files use 256-bit AES encryption in transit and at rest; private keys are optional. |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Headquarters | Recklinghausen, Germany | Calabasas, California, United States |
| Product | Filen is a zero-knowledge, client-side end-to-end encrypted cloud storage service. | IDrive backs up computers, mobile devices, servers, and NAS devices to one account. |
Filen plans
- Pro I€1.99 a month
- Pro II€3.99 a month
- Pro III€8.99 a month
- Pro X€39.99 a month
- FreeFree
- Free accountFree
IDrive plans
- IDrive Mini$0.25 a month
- IDrive Personal$11.99 a month
- IDrive Team$11.99 a month
- IDrive Business$59.99 a month
- BasicFree
- Microsoft Office 365 Backup$20 a year
Pick Filen if…
Filen suits people and organizations seeking encrypted cloud storage, including developers who want SDKs, an API, or command-line tools. Its notes, chats, and offline mobile files may also suit users who want those functions alongside storage.
Pick IDrive if…
IDrive suits individuals and organizations that want to back up multiple device types, including servers and NAS devices, under one account. Its business administration and cloud application add-ons may also suit teams managing shared backups.