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Dropbox vs OneDrive

Side-by-side comparison for macOS

Dropbox

8.0
Cloud & Storage

Client for the Dropbox cloud storage service

OneDrive

8.0
Cloud & Storage

Cloud storage client

Metric Dropbox OneDrive
Category Cloud & Storage Cloud & Storage
AI Score 8.0 8.0
30-day Installs 1.5K 1.1K
90-day Installs 4.8K 3.0K
365-day Installs 17.6K 13.2K
Version 250.4.3245 26.062.0402.0002
Auto-updates Yes Yes
Deprecated No No
GitHub Stars 5.0K 12.2K
GitHub Forks 348 910
Open Issues 27 11
License Apache-2.0 GPL-3.0
Language C++ D
Last GitHub Commit 2y ago 1mo ago
First Seen Aug 9, 2023 Aug 7, 2023

Reviews

Dropbox

Dropbox is a popular cloud storage service that allows users to sync and share files across devices. Its key features include file syncing, sharing, and backup, making it ideal for individuals and teams needing reliable file storage and collaboration.

Dropbox is a client for the Dropbox cloud storage service, enabling users to sync, store, and share files across multiple devices.

Pros

  • + Seamless file syncing and sharing across devices
  • + Cross-platform support for various operating systems
  • + Reliable cloud storage with version history

Cons

  • - Known to be resource-intensive on some systems
  • - Privacy concerns due to data handling practices

OneDrive

OneDrive is Microsoft's cloud storage client that seamlessly integrates with macOS, offering reliable file synchronization and storage solutions. It benefits users seeking a cross-platform, secure, and feature-rich cloud storage option.

OneDrive synchronizes files and folders across devices, providing access to cloud storage.

Pros

  • + Cross-platform compatibility
  • + Seamless file synchronization
  • + Robust security features

Cons

  • - Occasional high CPU usage
  • - Performance issues on Linux