IDrive
9.2#2 in backup softwareFrom $0.25 a monthFree planAndroidiOSWebLinux
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LifeMantle
7.2#21 in photo storage servicesFrom $99 a yearFree planAndroidiOSWeb
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| Fact | IDrive | LifeMantle |
|---|---|---|
| Headquarters | Calabasas, California, United States | Lincoln, Nebraska, USA |
| Product | IDrive backs up computers, mobile devices, servers, and NAS devices to one account. | LifeMantle is a private, invite-only family space for photos, milestones, letters, and a family story. |
| Security | IDrive says data is encrypted with 256-bit AES in transit and at rest, and private encryption keys are not stored on its servers. | Spaces are invite-only with database-level row-level security; other content is encrypted in transit and at rest, though LifeMantle says its systems can technically read it. |
| Support | IDrive says it offers 24/7 support via live chat, email, and phone. | The Family plan lists priority support; the Legacy plan lists white-glove onboarding. |
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
LifeMantle plans
- KeepsakeFree
- Family$99 a year
- Legacy$199 a year
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.
Pick LifeMantle if…
You want what its maker publishes above — check its page for the details.