Google Drive stores, shares and synchronises files, with collaboration around Google documents and other file types. Personal accounts use individual storage, while eligible Workspace editions provide shared drives owned by an organisation.
Google Drive
Explore the official product
See the vendor’s current capabilities, product information and plan details.
Microsoft OneDrive provides cloud storage, file sharing and synchronisation across devices. It connects personal files to Microsoft apps, while work and school use belongs to the organisation’s Microsoft 365 environment.
Vendor-described capabilities; availability can depend on the plan.
✓Cloud file storage and sharing permissions
✓Desktop and mobile file access
✓Organisation-owned shared drives in eligible Workspace editions
Google Drive pricing considerations
Free plan available
Google One increases personal storage; Workspace plans bundle business services and edition-dependent pooled storage and administration. Compare ownership and sharing requirements before choosing by capacity.
A personal Google Account includes up to 15 GB shared across Drive, Gmail and Photos. This is separate from Workspace business storage and shared-drive capabilities.
Personal free storage is shared with Gmail and Google Photos.
Personal Google accounts cannot create shared drives; eligible Workspace access is a separate purchasing decision.
External sharing, retention and administration depend on the actual account and organisation settings.
Test the same sample work, confirm your required plan and check how to export your data before committing.
Google Drive FAQs
Does Google Drive have a free plan?
A personal Google Account includes up to 15 GB shared across Drive, Gmail and Photos. This is separate from Workspace business storage and shared-drive capabilities.
Who is Google Drive for?
Google-based teams coordinating documents and files, especially when organisational ownership must outlast an individual employee.
What should I compare before buying?
Check the tier that contains your essential features, confirm plan limits and compare the total quote with your own expected usage.