Permafiles
8.4#4 in photo storage servicesFrom £1.99 a monthFree planAndroidiOSWebLinux
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PhotoPrism
7.6#12 in photo storage servicesFree planFree planAndroidiOSWebLinux
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| Fact | Permafiles | PhotoPrism |
|---|---|---|
| Headquarters | United Kingdom | Berlin, Germany |
| Integrations | The Nextcloud Mail app can connect to Gmail and other email providers using IMAP and SMTP. | PhotoSync can back up iOS and Android phones, while WebDAV clients such as Windows Explorer and Finder can connect to PhotoPrism. |
| Product | Permafiles is fully managed cloud storage powered by the open source Nextcloud platform. | PhotoPrism is an AI-powered app for browsing, organizing, and sharing photos and videos, available self-hosted or in the cloud. |
| Security | The service describes HTTPS/TLS, two-factor authentication, brute-force protection, antivirus protection, and optional end-to-end encryption for supported folders and use cases. | The editions comparison lists two-factor login, app passwords, client credentials, session monitoring, and hardened security for Plus. |
| Support | The contact page promises replies within 24 hours and offers live chat during office hours. | Community users can get help through public forums and community chat; Plus includes private chat, and team plans list email and chat or SLA support. |
Permafiles plans
- Nextcloud FreeFree
- Nextcloud Tiny£1.99 a month
- Nextcloud Small£2.99 a month
- Nextcloud Medium£3.99 a month
- Nextcloud Large£4.99 a month
- Nextcloud 1TB£9.99 a month
PhotoPrism plans
- CommunityFree
- Essentials€2 a month
- Plus€6 a month
- PikaPods$6.50 a month
- Starter€79 a month
- Business€219 a month
Pick Permafiles if…
It suits individuals and families who want managed Nextcloud storage with photo sharing, file sync, and office tools across computers and mobile devices. Permafiles says it is primarily aimed at customers in the UK and EU.
Pick PhotoPrism if…
PhotoPrism suits people who want to organize and search photo and video collections across supported formats, including those who prefer self-hosting. Its sharing links also suit users who want recipients to view albums without registering or installing an app.