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Icedrive Online Storage Review – Key Takeaways
What is Icedrive?
* Icedrive offers online storage with a virtual drive that integrates with your computer,appearing as a local drive.
* It offers zero-knowledge encryption, meaning Icedrive doesn’t have access too your files.
* You can set storage to read-only for added security.
Cost:
* Monthly: $8 for 1TB, $20 for 5TB
* annual (Discounted – First year):
* 2TB: $29 (originally $99)
* 4TB: $49 (originally $159)
* 6TB: $99 (originally $269)
* Free Plan: 10GB (without encrypted folder)
* Important Note: Discounts are only for the first year. Regular prices are considered “pricey.”
Performance:
* Windows: Fast and responsive, with quick file syncing and no noticeable system throttling.
* macOS: Generally good performance, but the client sometimes resisted shutdown requests (requiring “Force quit”). the “pause backup” button was occasionally unresponsive.
Pros:
* Easy to use
* Versatile
* Competitive pricing (when discounted)
* Zero-knowledge encryption
* Fast performance on Windows
cons:
* macOS client has some usability issues (shutdown, pause backup)
* Regular pricing (after the first year) is relatively high.
Verdict:
* Icedrive is worth considering, especially with the discounted annual plans. It’s a solid option for online storage. The reviewer suggests a slight deduction in rating if considering the standard (non-discounted) pricing.
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