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Proton Drive vs Box Drive

Side-by-side comparison for macOS

Proton Drive

7.0
Cloud & Storage

Client for Proton Drive

Box Drive

5.0
Cloud & Storage

Client for the Box cloud storage service

Metric Proton Drive Box Drive
Category Cloud & Storage Cloud & Storage
AI Score 7.0 5.0
30-day Installs 486 126
90-day Installs 1.5K 296
365-day Installs 5.2K 1.0K
Version 2.11.4 2.51.233
Auto-updates Yes Yes
Deprecated No No
GitHub Stars 9 2
GitHub Forks - -
Open Issues - -
License MIT
Language Go TypeScript
Last GitHub Commit 2y ago 1y ago
First Seen Nov 23, 2023 May 7, 2018

Reviews

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

Box Drive

Box Drive is a macOS client for the Box cloud storage service, offering seamless file syncing and management. It benefits users who rely on Box for cloud storage needs, providing a dedicated desktop experience.

Box Drive synchronizes and manages files between your local machine and Box cloud storage.

Pros

  • + Auto-updates ensure the app stays current
  • + Native macOS integration for a smooth experience
  • + Fills a niche for Box cloud storage users

Cons

  • - Low GitHub activity and community engagement
  • - Unknown license raises concerns about legal transparency