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IDrive alternatives: 5 apps ranked by verified data

Facts checked Oct 25, 2026AppBreakup editorialHow we rank

Common reasons people leave IDrive: cluttered, dated interface, and renewal prices higher than first-year offers. We ranked 5 alternatives by how directly each one replaces IDrive, then by reviews, real visits and how recently each app's facts were checked against its own website. Backblaze Computer Backup currently ranks first.

Quick comparison

#AppPricingOpen sourcePlatformsVerified factsScore
1Backblaze Computer Backup logoBackblaze Computer BackupPaidNoWindows, macOS, iOS +24 of 466.5
2Carbonite logoCarbonitePaidNoWindows, macOS, iOS +24 of 462.6
3Jottacloud logoJottacloudFree plan + paidNoWeb, Windows, macOS +34 of 457.2
4pCloud logopCloudFree plan + paidNoWeb, Windows, macOS +35 of 555.3
  1. Backblaze Computer Backup logo

    1. Backblaze Computer BackupTop pick

    Best for: Anyone who wants a no-thought, unlimited offsite backup of one computer

    PaidWindows, macOS, iOS, Android, Web

    66.5

    score / 100

    Why switch from IDrive

    Unlimited storage for one computer with simpler setup.

    Pros

    • Unlimited data, including external drives
    • Runs automatically with minimal setup
    • Restore by download or shipped drive

    Cons

    • No Linux support
    • Default version history is only 30 days
    • Not a sync or sharing tool
    Visit Backblaze Computer Backup Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.3100
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.1585
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is Backblaze Computer Backup a good IDrive alternative?

    Verified facts

    4 of 4 verified
    Price
    $99 per computer/year
    Checked Oct 25, 2026backblaze.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Storage
    Unlimited
    Checked Oct 25, 2026backblaze.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Version retention
    Forever retention option
    Checked Oct 25, 2026backblaze.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Monthly price
    $9/month
    Checked Oct 25, 2026backblaze.com(opens source in a new tab)
  2. Carbonite logo

    2. Carbonite

    Best for: Home users who want unlimited automatic backup with antivirus bundled

    PaidWindows, macOS, iOS, Android, Web

    62.6

    score / 100

    Why switch from IDrive

    Unlimited single-computer backup with optional antivirus.

    Pros

    • Unlimited backup for one computer
    • Bundles Webroot antivirus on higher plans
    • Courier recovery option

    Cons

    • Mac app has fewer features than Windows
    • Renewal prices well above first-year offers
    • No Linux support
    Visit Carbonite Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.387
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.1585
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is Carbonite a good IDrive alternative?

    Verified facts

    4 of 4 verified
    Basic plan
    $76.79/year first year (list $95.99)
    Checked Oct 25, 2026carbonite.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Storage
    Unlimited
    Checked Oct 25, 2026carbonite.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Owner
    OpenText
    Checked Oct 25, 2026carbonite.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Antivirus
    Webroot included on higher plans
    Checked Oct 25, 2026carbonite.com(opens source in a new tab)
  3. Jottacloud logo

    3. Jottacloud

    Best for: People who want backup and storage in one, with data kept in Norway

    Free plan + paidWeb, Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android

    57.2

    score / 100

    Why switch from IDrive

    Unlimited backup and sync from a Norwegian provider.

    Pros

    • Unlimited plan for large archives
    • Backs up computers, drives and phones
    • Data stored in Norway on renewable energy

    Cons

    • Upload speed is throttled as Unlimited usage grows
    • Limited collaboration features
    • Linux support is command-line only
    Visit Jottacloud Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.369
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.1585
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is Jottacloud a good IDrive alternative?

    Verified facts

    4 of 4 verified
    Free plan
    5 GB
    Checked Oct 25, 2026jottacloud.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Unlimited plan
    NOK 129/month
    Checked Oct 25, 2026jottacloud.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Data location
    Norway
    Checked Oct 25, 2026jottacloud.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Energy
    100% renewable
    Checked Oct 25, 2026jottacloud.com(opens source in a new tab)
  4. pCloud logo

    4. pCloud

    Best for: People who would rather pay once than keep a storage subscription

    Free plan + paidWeb, Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android

    55.3

    score / 100

    Why switch from IDrive

    Sync-first storage with backup folders and lifetime plans.

    Pros

    • Lifetime plans avoid recurring fees
    • Choice of EU or US data location
    • Virtual drive with a Linux client

    Cons

    • Client-side encryption costs extra
    • Lifetime value depends on the company lasting
    • Frequent sales and upsells make pricing hard to read
    Visit pCloud Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.363
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.1585
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is pCloud a good IDrive alternative?

    Verified facts

    5 of 5 verified
    Lifetime plans
    From 500 GB, one-time payment
    Checked Oct 25, 2026pcloud.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Lifetime 2 TB
    499 USD (sale price at check)
    Checked Oct 25, 2026pcloud.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Company base
    Switzerland
    Checked Oct 25, 2026pcloud.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Data location
    Europe or USA
    Checked Oct 25, 2026pcloud.com(opens source in a new tab)
    File size limit
    None
    Checked Oct 25, 2026pcloud.com(opens source in a new tab)

The best IDrive alternative for…

The highest-ranked app in this list for each need.

Backblaze Computer Backup logo

Best IDrive alternative for most people

Backblaze Computer Backup

Unlimited storage for one computer with simpler setup.

Jottacloud logo

Best IDrive alternative for a free plan you can upgrade

Jottacloud

Unlimited backup and sync from a Norwegian provider.

Carbonite logo

Best IDrive alternative for Mac

Carbonite

Unlimited single-computer backup with optional antivirus.

Acronis True Image logo

Best IDrive alternative for Windows

Acronis True Image

Disk imaging, cloud backup and security in one app.

pCloud logo

Best IDrive alternative for Linux

pCloud

Sync-first storage with backup folders and lifetime plans.

Backblaze Computer Backup logo

Best IDrive alternative for iPhone and Android

Backblaze Computer Backup

Unlimited storage for one computer with simpler setup.

Backblaze Computer Backup logo

Best IDrive alternative for working in the browser

Backblaze Computer Backup

Unlimited storage for one computer with simpler setup.

IDrive alternatives: common questions

What is the best alternative to IDrive?

Backblaze Computer Backup ranks first right now. Unlimited storage for one computer with simpler setup. Carbonite and Acronis True Image follow it in our ranking.

Is there a free alternative to IDrive?

Yes. Jottacloud (free plan + paid) and pCloud (free plan + paid) have a free option. Check each app's verified facts for current plan limits.

Is there an open-source alternative to IDrive?

None of the 5 alternatives in this list is open source.

Which IDrive alternatives work on Linux?

Jottacloud and pCloud run on Linux.

Why do people switch from IDrive?

The complaints we hear most: cluttered, dated interface; renewal prices higher than first-year offers; sync features are basic.

How is this list ranked?

Every app is scored with the same published formula: how directly it replaces IDrive, reviews (weighted by verification), visits from AppBreakup, how recently its facts were checked against its own website, and reader votes.