Product A
Mega
by Mega Limited
20 GB free with end-to-end encryption on every file and chat.
Free tier
Visit Mega →Product B
pCloud
by pCloud AG
Swiss-based cloud storage with unique lifetime plan pricing.
Free tier
Visit pCloud →Side-by-Side Comparison
| Feature | Mega | pCloud |
|---|---|---|
| Price | FreeBetter | Free |
| Free Tier | Yes | Yes |
| Top Pros | 20 GB free E2E encrypted storage | Lifetime plan saves money long-term |
| E2E encrypted chat included | EU-based servers (Swiss privacy) | |
| Generous storage on paid tiers | Client-side encryption available | |
| Top Cons | Founded by Kim Dotcom — reputational baggage for some | Crypto folder add-on costs extra |
| Free bonus storage expires over time | Desktop app less polished than Dropbox |
Choose Mega if you…
- Want: 20 gb free e2e encrypted storage
- Want: e2e encrypted chat included
- Want: generous storage on paid tiers
Choose pCloud if you…
- Want: lifetime plan saves money long-term
- Want: eu-based servers (swiss privacy)
- Want: client-side encryption available