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Google Drive vs Proton Drive

Side-by-side comparison for macOS

Google Drive

7.0
Cloud & Storage

Client for the Google Drive storage service

Proton Drive

7.0
Cloud & Storage

Client for Proton Drive

Metric Google Drive Proton Drive
Category Cloud & Storage Cloud & Storage
AI Score 7.0 7.0
30-day Installs 3.5K 486
90-day Installs 12.3K 1.5K
365-day Installs 37.0K 5.2K
Version 124.0.3 2.11.4
Auto-updates Yes Yes
Deprecated No No
GitHub Stars 5.9K 9
GitHub Forks 367 -
Open Issues 278 -
License MIT MIT
Language OCaml Go
Last GitHub Commit 1mo ago 2y ago
First Seen May 14, 2013 Nov 23, 2023

Reviews

Google Drive

Google Drive offers a reliable cloud storage solution for syncing files across devices and accessing them online. It integrates seamlessly with other Google services, making it ideal for users who rely on the Google ecosystem.

Enables syncing and management of files in the cloud via the Google Drive service.

Pros

  • + Seamless integration with Google services
  • + Cross-device file syncing
  • + Free storage option

Cons

  • - Risk of files being auto-deleted without warning
  • - Content restrictions impacting usability

Proton Drive

Proton Drive offers end-to-end encrypted cloud storage, with a focus on privacy and security. The macOS client integrates seamlessly with Apple devices, benefiting users seeking secure cloud solutions.

Provides a client for Proton Drive, enabling secure, encrypted cloud storage access on macOS.

Pros

  • + Strong focus on security with end-to-end encryption
  • + Open-source code builds trust and allows community contributions
  • + Available across multiple platforms, including iOS and Android

Cons

  • - Low GitHub engagement and community activity
  • - Limited install count indicating relatively low adoption